Capital Q c. 1527

Curator: Here we have a print called "Capital Q," by an anonymous artist, held in the Harvard Art Museums. Editor: It’s such a lovely, contained world, isn’t it? All those tiny dots making up the darkness. Like a little garden blooming inside a letter. Curator: Indeed. It’s a fascinating example of how labor and design intersect in early printmaking. Think of the craftsman meticulously carving those details into a block. Editor: I imagine someone patiently, persistently chipping away... the hours absorbed in the making. You know, each little mark adds to its unique kind of peace. Curator: Exactly! A testament to the skill and dedication poured into creating something seemingly simple, yet so rich in texture. Editor: It makes me want to slow down, to see the beauty in the everyday craftsmanship all around.