Untitled (men in suits standing in police line-up) 1962

Editor: This small, undated photograph by Jack Gould, titled "Untitled (men in suits standing in police line-up)," really strikes me. It feels both staged and candid. What do you make of the social dynamics at play here? Curator: It's fascinating how Gould captures the performative aspect of justice. Consider the power dynamics inherent in a line-up, a space fraught with racial and class tensions. The subjects, the suits, the institution, it speaks to the politics of visibility. Editor: So, you're saying the image highlights the social construction of criminality? Curator: Precisely! It invites us to question who is seen, who is suspected, and how these perceptions are shaped by societal biases. It certainly provides insight into the public role of photography. Editor: I see, thank you. Curator: Absolutely. A powerful piece.