Book I.24. Ambassadors from Alba arrive with news of war {Primae Decadis Liber Primus p. V verso} 1493

Editor: This is Book I.24, titled "Ambassadors from Alba arrive with news of war," by an anonymous artist. It looks like a woodcut. What historical context can you provide? Curator: This image, created during a time of political upheaval, depicts a moment of diplomacy tinged with the threat of violence. Consider how power dynamics are represented here. Who has agency, and who is acted upon? What narratives are being reinforced, or challenged? Editor: It's interesting to think about whose story is prioritized, even visually. Curator: Exactly. And how does this image engage with broader themes of conflict, negotiation, and cultural exchange that still resonate today? Editor: I never thought about it that way before. Thanks! Curator: My pleasure!