[title not known] by British School

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Dimensions: image: 58 x 90 mm

Copyright: CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0 DEED, Photo: Tate

Editor: This print by an unknown British School artist depicts a scene by the sea. It feels like there’s a story here, maybe about trade or social class. What symbols stand out to you? Curator: Note the fish emblem above the scene, likely indicating prosperity tied to the sea. The contrasting figures—the working class on either side, framing a wealthier couple—suggest a societal structure. What does this positioning tell us about their roles and relationships? Editor: It seems to highlight the different levels of society, maybe even hinting at a reliance of the wealthy on the working class. Curator: Precisely. The tools in the foreground, juxtaposed with the couple, subtly hint at the labor that sustains their lifestyle. Consider how such images reinforced or questioned existing social norms. Editor: That’s a great point! I hadn't thought about how the image could reinforce the status quo, or challenge it. Curator: Reflect on how visual narratives shape our understanding of history.

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