Richard III 1967

Editor: This is Harold Cohen's "Richard III," from the Tate collection. It looks like a screen print, with these striking red and green colors. What can you tell me about it? Curator: Considering the historical context, the choice of Richard III as subject is quite loaded, given the historical figure's controversial image cultivated over centuries. How might Cohen be engaging with representations of power and disability here, given Richard's portrayal? Editor: That’s interesting. So, it’s not just about the visual, but a statement on historical narratives? Curator: Absolutely. It prompts us to question who gets to write history and whose stories are silenced or manipulated. It makes you wonder about the artist’s intentions. Editor: I didn't think about it that way. Thanks for the insight.