Valombré c. 19th century

Curator: Edward Goodall’s "Valombré" is an ethereal landscape, existing as a delicate dance of light and shadow. The scene gives a sense of a dream. Editor: It’s intriguing how this print emphasizes the relationship between paper and image. The wide border almost swallows the depicted scene, creating a manufactured preciousness. Curator: I suppose, but I see the border as a kind of quiet space, allowing the eye to adjust to the intricate world Goodall created within. It reminds me of old photographs, capturing moments in time. Editor: Perhaps. Though, think of the engraver, meticulously working, a craftsperson shaping metal to transfer image. This piece is a testament to their skilled labor, not just Goodall's vision. Curator: I agree that the process matters, but I am drawn to the emotional resonance here, the artist's touch. It's a world that lingers, even in its miniature scale. Editor: And I think that speaks to the success of both artist and artisan in transforming raw materials into something… well, lasting.