The Enclosure (The Wall of Enclosure) c. 1905 - 1906

Editor: This is Joan González's "The Enclosure (The Wall of Enclosure)," part of the Tate collection. It's rendered in muted tones, mostly dark greens and purples. It's quite moody. What’s your take on it? Curator: Given González's social context, I see this work engaging with the physical and economic impact of industrialization. Consider the materials - what's their source? How does the artist's labor reflect or resist the changing landscape of work and leisure? Editor: That's interesting, I hadn’t thought about the materials in that way. Curator: And what about that wall - what is it enclosing? Does it represent the artist's own struggle to reconcile their craft with the industrial world? How does that play into our interpretation of value? Editor: That adds a whole new layer. Thanks for your insights. Curator: My pleasure. It’s always about understanding how the means of production shape artistic expression.