Stained Glass, after Medieval original 19th-20th century

Editor: This is Martin Mower’s "Stained Glass, after Medieval original," currently residing here at the Harvard Art Museums. The bold colors and strong lines give it such a powerful presence. What exactly makes this piece so compelling, in your opinion? Curator: Well, imagine stepping back in time, Emily. Medieval stained glass wasn't just decoration; it was storytelling, light transformed into legend. Mower is echoing that, but with his own voice. Do you see how the figure is both grounded and ethereal? Editor: I do now! It’s like he’s walking out of the past. I hadn't considered the narrative aspect so much. Curator: Exactly! It's that blend of history and artistic interpretation that fascinates me. Mower isn't just copying; he's having a conversation with the past, and inviting us to listen in. What a pleasure!