Scene III c. 15th century

Editor: This is "Scene III," an anonymous woodcut from the Harvard Art Museums. The stark black and white imagery gives it such a sense of drama. What's your take on this scene? Curator: The scene feels so intimate, doesn't it? I’m drawn to the figures’ interaction, the way their gestures suggest a secret being shared. The linear quality of the woodcut adds a fascinating texture. Editor: Texture through lines, I hadn't thought of that. Curator: Think of how the parallel lines create shadows and volume, almost like whispering a story. Editor: It really does add another layer. Thanks for pointing that out!