Street Corner c. 20th century

Editor: This is "Street Corner" by W. Mezentseva, held at the Harvard Art Museums. It's a stark black and white print that feels very urban and alive. What historical context informs how we should view this work? Curator: Considering the probable period of its creation, and the artist being a woman, I see a possible depiction of societal unrest. Does it present a narrative of the working class and its struggles, perhaps revealing a specific political stance of the artist? Editor: So, it's less about the literal street corner and more about the socio-political "corner" these figures are caught in? Curator: Precisely. How does the artist use imagery to project a perspective on that corner and its occupants? Editor: I hadn’t thought about it that way; seeing it as commentary changes everything. Curator: Indeed, art often acts as a mirror reflecting the politics and social consciousness of its time.