A Globe 

Editor: This is "A Globe" by Professor Millington from the 1700s, held at the Tate. It's a small drawing, only 66mm square. What strikes me is how much our understanding of the world relies on these kinds of images. How do you see this work reflecting the historical context of its time? Curator: It's interesting you mention that. The map is less about geographical accuracy and more about projecting a worldview. Think about the politics of representation – who gets centered, what knowledge is valued. This image helped to form European consciousness in its time. What do you think? Editor: So it's not just a map, but a statement of power? Curator: Precisely. Mapping was a tool of empire, solidifying control through visual dominance. Look at how the lines emphasize certain routes, trade winds perhaps. Does that shift your perspective? Editor: Definitely. I'll never look at a globe the same way again. Curator: And I think I understand better the subtle influence these images exert on our perception.