Dimensions: support: 161 x 219 mm
Copyright: CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0 DEED, Photo: Tate
Editor: This drawing, by the British School, depicts what appears to be White House Farm. There isn't a date available, but the sepia tones give it a real sense of history. It evokes a feeling of nostalgia. What narratives do you see in this piece? Curator: This drawing offers a glimpse into the complexities of land ownership and social hierarchy in Britain. How might the architecture reflect power dynamics within the community? Consider whose voices are absent in this idyllic portrayal of rural life. Editor: That's thought-provoking. I hadn't considered it from a power perspective. Curator: The seemingly simple depiction of a farmhouse becomes a site for exploring questions of class, labor, and historical representation. What does it mean to document this scene, and who benefits from its preservation? Editor: I am walking away with a different understanding of the drawing. Thank you for providing this viewpoint.