Curatorial Narrative This enigmatic work, “Initials P.O.C. flanked by coat of arms of the cities of Paris and Brussels,” presents itself with an air of mystery, its creation date shrouded in obscurity. The anonymous artist’s mastery of classical heraldry is evident in the precise rendering of the coats of arms, their intricate details and symbolism rendered with a fine brush that conjures the very essence of 18th-century grandeur. The palette, too, is noteworthy a stately blue serves as the backdrop for the initials P.O.C., while bursts of red, gold, white, and green punctuate the composition like strategically placed accents in a beautifully orchestrated piece of music. As we enlarge this work to its intended 55×44 dimensions, the spatial rhythm established by the artist’s fine brushwork becomes increasingly apparent. The blue background, once a subtle foundation, now takes on an almost palpable atmospheric weight, drawing the v