Miraculous Draught of Fishes c. 16th century

Editor: Here we have "Miraculous Draught of Fishes," an anonymous print at the Harvard Art Museums. There's a real naivete to it, and the lines give it almost a frantic energy. What strikes you about this piece? Curator: Well, it's like stepping into a dream, isn't it? That boat, so full of people, feels like a metaphor for faith itself, tossed about on the waves of the world. The lack of detail somehow amplifies the story's raw power, almost like a child's drawing imbued with divine intent. Does it remind you of anything? Editor: A little like Byzantine art, I think, in its flatness and symbolism. Curator: Perhaps, but even more primal. A direct line to the soul, wouldn't you say? It's a reminder that sometimes, the simplest forms carry the deepest truths. Editor: I see what you mean. The directness is really powerful. Curator: Indeed. It's something I'll keep with me for some time.