Assumption of the Virgin c. 16th century

Editor: This is an anonymous piece titled "Assumption of the Virgin" at the Harvard Art Museums. It’s a small, intense woodcut, full of people looking upwards. What do you see in it? Curator: The upward gaze is key. Notice how the artist uses the faces to direct our eyes to the Virgin. It's a visual echo of collective faith. What memories or emotions does the image evoke in you? Editor: It feels like a shared experience, this moment of wonder. The virgin, the frame, and the crowd are all united. Curator: Exactly, each element reinforces the other. The Virgin becomes an archetype of grace and ascension that transcends time and space. Thanks for sharing your insights!