Charnaux Venus 1933 - 1934

Editor: Here we have Frank Dobson's "Charnaux Venus." I'm struck by how this modern form references classical sculpture, yet it's presented as an advertisement. What's your take? Curator: It's interesting how Dobson uses the classical Venus to elevate commercial imagery. In what ways does this sculpture challenge our notions of "high" and "low" art, especially considering the socio-economic context of its creation? Editor: I guess it makes you wonder if art can be truly separate from commerce and advertising. Curator: Exactly. And what does it say about the public's relationship with art when it's so intertwined with consumer culture? It’s something to think about.