Cadmium-Barium Red, Deep 

Editor: Here we have Cadmium-Barium Red, Deep manufactured by The Harshaw Chemical Company. It's striking how the pigment’s raw form contrasts with its application. How should we approach interpreting this? Curator: Consider the materiality. The Harshaw Chemical Company was a key player in industrial pigment production. This sample highlights the transition of raw materials into commodities. How does this blurring of art and industry challenge traditional artistic notions? Editor: So, it's less about the aesthetic and more about the pigment's journey from factory to artist's palette? Curator: Precisely! It prompts us to think about labor, consumption, and the social context surrounding artistic creation. It makes us rethink the role of the artist, doesn’t it? Editor: I see. I hadn't considered how much the industrial process impacts artistic expression. Thanks! Curator: It's a vital aspect. Understanding these elements enriches our perspective.