Illustration from Adelphi, The Brothers c. 16th century

Editor: This illustration, titled "Illustration from Adelphi, The Brothers," is by an anonymous artist. It's a striking image! What strikes me is the use of line and the suggestion of fabric. How do you interpret this work? Curator: I see a fascinating emphasis on the means of production. This woodcut reveals the labor involved in its creation, the repeated lines indicating a physical process. Consider the social context – how does this readily reproducible image democratize access to the narrative? Editor: That’s interesting, I hadn't thought about that. Curator: And what about the materiality of the print itself? The paper, the ink... these elements challenge the traditional boundaries between high art and craft. What do you make of that? Editor: It's given me a completely new perspective on the artwork; thank you. Curator: The pleasure's all mine.