Untitled (unidentified building, possibly a church; verso: blank) 1864 - 1871

Editor: This photograph by Iorwerth Grey Lloyd, simply titled "Untitled," captures what seems to be a church facade. I'm struck by the texture of the stone. What can you tell me about its construction and the time period it evokes? Curator: Consider the labor involved in quarrying, transporting, and carving those stones. This image likely reflects a time when such construction represented a significant societal investment, showcasing skilled craftsmanship tied to specific social and economic structures. The photograph itself, a product of its own technology, serves as evidence of changing means of production and cultural consumption. Editor: So, it's not just about the building, but also about the processes that made it, and the processes that made the photograph itself? Curator: Precisely. The image becomes a document of labor, materiality, and the social conditions of its creation. Editor: That gives me a totally different perspective. Thanks!