Land's End, No. 2 1897

Editor: This is Joseph Pennell's "Land's End, No. 2," created sometime before 1926. It's a print, featuring a rocky coastline. The scene feels very remote and solitary. What do you see in this piece, particularly in terms of its historical context? Curator: Pennell's print captures a romantic vision of nature, but it also speaks to the evolving concept of landscape and leisure in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Consider the rise of tourism and photography at the time; how might those have influenced Pennell's choice of subject and his artistic approach? Editor: That's interesting! So, it's not just a landscape, but a commentary on how we view and consume landscapes? Curator: Precisely. And think about who had access to these remote locations and the imagery associated with them. How does that shape our understanding of "Land's End"? Editor: I never thought of it that way. Thanks for giving me a new perspective!