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j nelson's avatar

I always read this as a moment where Anthony is just falling to his knees. In any case, a perfectly vertiginous pose

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Kenneth Mills's avatar

I can see it. But can’t unsee the bracing for take off(!). Paint me as ruefully hopeful as contemporary viewers

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Harald Braun's avatar

A deep, subtle, thoughtful juxtapositioning and exegesis of Cano's painting. You quietly encourage the reader to walk with you and then walk on with their thoughts when you leave them.

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Kenneth Mills's avatar

too kind, maestro. I miss you (and Liverpool [and now Dublin…]). Hasta prontito.

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