Arundel Castle on the River Arun 1827

Curator: This is George Henry's "Arundel Castle on the River Arun." The artist, born in 1858, captures a sweeping view of the castle and surrounding landscape. Editor: It’s immediately striking how the storm seems to embody both threat and majesty, looming over the seemingly peaceful scene below. Curator: The image employs conventional landscape symbolism: the imposing castle representing power, set against the raw, untamed energy of nature. Editor: I see it less as a power statement and more as a meditation on time. The castle is a fixed point, a marker against the fleeting drama of weather. Curator: Perhaps the artist wanted to show the enduring legacy of human structures against the backdrop of ever-changing natural forces. The cultural impact of the castle, even now, resonates strongly. Editor: It certainly prompts reflection on the way we choose to commemorate ourselves. A very poignant piece.