Sunny Day c. 1930

This etching titled, *Sunny Day*, was created by Bernard Sanders. The radiant sun dominating the scene is not merely a celestial body but a symbol laden with ancient significance. Across cultures, the sun has been revered as a life-giver, a source of warmth and vitality. Think of ancient Egyptian depictions of Ra, the sun god, or Apollo in Greek mythology, driving his chariot across the sky. In Sanders’ print, the sun's presence overwhelms the scene, almost blurring the figures below. The way Sanders draws the sun connects to older, more mystical portrayals, reminding us of its enduring power over the human psyche. This echoes the way we continue to seek warmth, light, and life-affirming energy, subconsciously resonating with these age-old symbols. The sun, in its cyclical journey, represents not only the daily rhythm of life but also the continuous renewal and rebirth that resonates deep within our collective memory.