Untitled (women's group, Quota Club) 1939

Curator: This gelatin silver print, taken by Harris & Ewing, captures a women’s group, the Quota Club, in a formal gathering. Editor: It’s striking how the composition is dominated by the strong horizontal line of the table, anchoring the scene. Curator: Absolutely. The repetition of forms—the flags, the books, the faces—creates a sense of ordered purpose. There’s a feeling of shared intent. Editor: And the tonal range, despite the limitations of the monochrome, gives depth to their expressions, hinting at the individuals within the collective. Curator: I see a quiet strength. A moment frozen in time, a testament to these women's collective endeavor. Editor: A picture of purpose, solidified.