![]() On the left-hand page, two paintings show communities gathered around dead bodies, with figures scattered throughout the paintings in relative disarray. The next two pages depict scenes of chaos and death. Their surroundings change as the years progress: the settings shift from relatively empty backgrounds early on to more extensive mise-en-scene, shifting to reflect the fashionable painting styles of each era. ![]() In some, Mary and Jesus are surrounded by others, whereas in others, like a painting from 1523 by David, the two are alone. The first two-page spread shows seven representations of Mary with the baby Jesus, spanning the 12th through 17th centuries. Chapter 4 is another series of photos unaccompanied by text. ![]()
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