Baths of Diocletian 

Editor: So, this is William Marlow’s “Baths of Diocletian." It feels like a whisper of Rome's past, all rendered in delicate pencil. It’s quite understated, almost melancholic. What do you see in this piece? Curator: I see echoes, darling. Marlow's captured not just ruins, but the very air of faded glory. The Baths, once vibrant with life, are now skeletal. Notice how the light seems to yearn across the page, as if searching for the ghosts of bathers. Editor: Ghosts, yes! I hadn't thought of it that way. Curator: It’s a poignant reminder that even empires crumble, leaving only faint traces. And maybe, just maybe, a bit of beauty in the decay, no? Editor: I think you're right. It's more than just a sketch; it's a meditation. Thanks for sharing your perspective! Curator: Anytime, my dear! There is always more than meets the eye, right?