La Gloria c. 16th century

Editor: This is "La Gloria" by Cornelis Cort. It's an engraving showing what looks like a heavenly ascension, maybe? The figures below are so dynamic, reaching upwards. What do you see in this piece? Curator: For me, it's a dance of light and shadow, almost a visual hymn. Look at the contrast—the earthly striving below mirroring the divine serenity above. Do you feel how Cort's lines create a sense of upward movement, like a whispered prayer taking flight? Editor: I do see that now, a story in lines. It's less static than I first thought. Curator: Exactly! It’s not just an image; it's an invitation to imagine, to feel the pull between our world and something…more. Editor: I hadn't considered that tension before. It’s something to keep in mind.