Kitchen at Myrtle Cottage c. 1930 - 1935

Editor: Dod Procter’s "Kitchen at Myrtle Cottage," held at the Tate, presents such a serene and intimate space. It feels like a memory, muted and dreamlike. What resonates with you most when you look at it? Curator: The table is laden with symbols of domestic life. Teacups, a jam pot, and a small figure seemingly lost in thought. It evokes cultural memory of shared rituals, a feminine space, and the quiet moments within. Do you see a narrative unfolding? Editor: Yes, it hints at both connection and isolation, doesn’t it? The girl seems apart, even with the tea setting implying company. Curator: Exactly. Procter is perhaps exploring the psychological space of childhood, the internal world coexisting within the social structure of the kitchen. It makes us reflect on our own memories. Editor: I see it now, that symbolic weight—it's more than just a kitchen scene. Curator: Indeed. It's a window into a time and a state of mind, reflecting the cultural narratives woven into daily life.