Houses at Tivoli c. 1860

Editor: Here we have Hercules Brabazon Brabazon's watercolor, Houses at Tivoli. I find the crumbling architecture quite captivating; what do you see in it? Curator: The architecture speaks volumes. Notice the arches, universal symbols of transition and passage. How might these shapes resonate, considering Tivoli's historical significance as a retreat from Rome? Editor: I hadn't considered the arches in that context! I was focused on the physical decay. Curator: Indeed, the decay itself is symbolic. It can be interpreted as the impermanence of earthly structures, a reminder of time’s relentless march. Does that shift your perspective? Editor: Absolutely, it makes me think about the layers of history and meaning embedded in these walls. Curator: Precisely. Seeing beyond the surface reveals deeper stories. Editor: Thank you, I feel like I am seeing so much more now!