Abingdon 

Editor: This is "Abingdon," from the British School of the 18th century. It's a delicate ink and wash drawing, and the architecture feels so imposing, yet the lines are so gentle. What do you see in this piece? Curator: I see a deliberate depiction of power structures. The rigid architecture, though softened by the medium, speaks to the established social order of 18th century Britain. How does the artist subtly critique or uphold this order? Editor: I didn't think of it that way, but the slightly crooked lines do make it feel less perfect, more human. Curator: Exactly! Consider the role of institutions in shaping identity, and how artists engage with these narratives. What did you learn? Editor: That even seemingly simple landscapes can be loaded with social commentary. Thanks!