Hatfields 1972

Curator: The piece before us is titled "Hatfields" by Gerd Winner. Editor: It has a stark, almost dystopian feel. The urban architecture looms heavily. Curator: Absolutely. Winner's screenprints often capture the industrial landscape. This image presents an urban underpass, framed by brickwork and signage. Editor: Notice how the archway acts as a frame within a frame, drawing the eye. The limited palette of reds and oranges against the dark shadows creates a powerful contrast. Curator: It’s interesting to consider this within the context of post-war urban decay and regeneration. Who is this space for, and who is excluded? Editor: True, there's an undeniable sense of alienation. Yet, the composition itself is quite balanced. Curator: It speaks to the complexities of urban existence, doesn't it? Editor: Indeed, a potent visual statement.