Members of the Eastern Synod 1905

Editor: This is "Members of the Eastern Synod" by G. Edgar Engle. It’s a fascinating collection of portraits. What can you tell me about its composition? Curator: Observe how the oval portraits create a grid, yet the subtle variations in pose and lighting disrupt perfect uniformity. This tension between order and individuality intrigues me. What does it suggest to you? Editor: Perhaps it highlights both the collective identity and individual roles within the group. I hadn't considered the lighting. Curator: Precisely. The distribution of light and shadow across the faces creates a subtle hierarchy, drawing our eye to certain figures. We can learn a great deal through careful looking. Editor: I'll keep that in mind. Thanks for pointing out the interplay of light and order.