Chart BERy, Subway Div. at Scollay Sq. 20 - 1899

Editor: This is Paul Rowell's "Chart BERy, Subway Div. at Scollay Sq.," and it looks like it's a diagram of some kind, possibly related to the Boston subway. The sharp peaks and valleys in the lines are intriguing. How do you interpret this work? Curator: Notice how the lines create a visual rhythm, almost like a stylized landscape. The peaks could symbolize aspiration, the valleys perhaps periods of stagnation. Even in technical drawings, we see encoded emotional narratives linked to progress, speed, and direction. What memories or associations does the subway evoke for you? Editor: I hadn't thought of it that way. It's interesting to consider how even a utilitarian diagram carries cultural and emotional weight, connecting us to shared experiences of urban life and transportation. Curator: Indeed, these symbols and patterns offer insights into our collective understanding of movement and aspiration.