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EDITORS COMMENTS

"Absence Speaks Louder: Unveiling the Enigmatic Whos Absent" Intriguing hints of absence permeate various facets of history and art. From a thought-provoking WWI poster questioning "Whos Absent?" to John Hassall's captivating Andrews Liver Salt advertisement, absences take center stage. Even in the realm of theater, we witness Wilson Barrett preparing for his iconic role as Hamlet, evoking a sense of absence within the character he portrays. Nature too reveals its own enigma through irregular ripples on gypsum sand dunes sculpted by fierce winds at White Sands National Monument or haunting footprints left behind by Oystercatchers during low tide in Norfolk, England. Delving deeper into artistry, we encounter a rough box holding the glorious remains of Andree and Strindberg under a sunny morning sky—a poignant reminder of their absent presence. Meanwhile, an ethereal lithograph showcases splendid solar spectacles visible from the moon—absences bridged by celestial wonders. Yet absences are not confined to visuals alone; they also echo through words and culture. An engraving bearing the phrase "Les absents ont tort" reminds us that those who are absent may miss out on something significant. In another historical context, we glimpse into Queen Anne of Brittany's court through a colored engraving—an invitation to imagine what life was like for those present during that era. The theme continues with "The Letter from an Absent One, " rendered in black lead and pen ink—an artwork brimming with emotions tied to longing and separation. Lastly, an engraving proposes improvements to London's National Gallery—a vision where even architectural spaces can be marked by absence. Through these diverse glimpses into history and artistry alike, one thing becomes clear: absence is not merely emptiness but rather an opportunity for contemplation and exploration—the space where our imagination takes flight amidst whispers left behind by those who are absent.