Scroll of Autumn 

This print, made by Aryeh Rothman, presents us with a tableau of autumn leaves set against a ground of text. The leaves, symbols of nature’s cycle of decay and rebirth, are also a potent motif, appearing across cultures from ancient Greece, where wreaths of laurel signified triumph and honor, to the Far East, where the falling maple leaf evokes the transient beauty of life in Japanese art. In Rothman’s print, these leaves rest atop what appears to be Hebrew script. This layering creates a palimpsest of meaning. These letters suggest a profound connection to cultural memory, embodying the weight of history and tradition. This arrangement echoes the alchemical dance of destruction and regeneration, a visual representation of the cyclical nature of existence. The emotional resonance of this image lies in its ability to tap into our collective awareness, reminding us of the ephemeral nature of life and the enduring power of cultural symbols. These leaves, like the stories, are in constant flux, shedding old meanings and sprouting new interpretations.