Saint Linus c. 17th century

Editor: Here we have Jacques Callot's "Saint Linus," a small etching. It feels incredibly detailed for its size. The saint's expression is so serene amidst what looks like impending doom. What strikes you most about this piece? Curator: It's the dance between the horrific and the holy, isn’t it? Callot captures that moment where faith transcends earthly terror. The lines, almost frantic, create a visual tension. Do you feel that pull, that contrast? Editor: Absolutely. It's like the chaos is swirling around the central figure, but she remains untouched. Curator: Exactly! And that, my dear, is the power of faith, as Callot saw it. A tiny piece, but a vast universe of emotion and belief. Editor: I hadn't thought of it that way. That’s incredible, thank you!