Cottage in the Moonlight c. 18th century

Editor: This is Ferdinand Kobell's "Cottage in the Moonlight." It looks like an etching. The moonlight creates a serene but almost haunting atmosphere. What stands out to you about this piece? Curator: The cottage becomes a symbol of refuge but also potential isolation. Consider the socio-economic context; who owns the land, and who toils on it? The moon, often linked to the feminine, witnesses this quiet drama. What power dynamics might be at play? Editor: I didn't consider the social commentary. I was only looking at the landscape and the mood. Thanks! Curator: The mood is important, but it's always worth asking, whose mood are we seeing and why?