Rain, Steam and Speed, after Turner 19th-20th century

Editor: Hercules Brabazon’s "Rain, Steam and Speed, after Turner," at the Harvard Art Museums, presents a whirlwind of graphite and charcoal. It feels so fleeting and atmospheric. What symbols do you see in this piece? Curator: Notice how the artist echoes Turner’s theme but simplifies it. The train, a potent symbol of progress, is almost ghostlike. What does that suggest about our relationship with technology? Editor: Perhaps a sense of both awe and unease? Curator: Precisely. The bridge is another powerful symbol of connection, but rendered almost invisible. Brabazon invites us to reflect on the enduring power of nature against the fleeting impact of human innovation. Editor: I see that so clearly now. It's like a memory of the industrial revolution. Curator: Yes, a powerful echo across time.