Mother and child - Greenham Common 1984

Curator: Richard Hamilton, the pop artist, made this small etching, "Mother and Child - Greenham Common." It depicts a woman and toddler on the grounds of the famous peace camp. Editor: It's eerie, isn't it? Almost dreamlike. The muted tones give it a slightly haunting quality; the child looks like a little ghost. Curator: Greenham Common was, of course, a massive site of protest against nuclear weapons. This artwork reflects the political activism of motherhood during that era. Editor: Ah, I see. So the vulnerability of childhood, set against that backdrop. Suddenly, the quietness is shouting. I appreciate the layered meaning now. Curator: Exactly! Hamilton often embedded political commentary within seemingly simple images. It makes one think. Editor: Yes, it lingers, doesn't it? A gentle nudge towards awareness. I will not forget the name and context for this artwork.