Knuckle 1964

Editor: This is Bryan Kneale's "Knuckle," a sculpture made of steel, and it's part of the Tate collection. The rough materiality and assembled construction give it a brutal feel. What's your interpretation of this piece? Curator: Considering Kneale's process, the visible welds and raw steel speak volumes. It highlights the industrial labor involved, blurring the line between functional object and high art. It makes you think about the means of production, doesn’t it? Editor: Absolutely. It's like the process is as important as the final form. Thanks for sharing! Curator: My pleasure. Thinking about labor and materials really reshapes how we understand the artist’s intent.