Untitled (two men working in foundry) c. 1946

Editor: Here we have an untitled photograph by Jack Gould, depicting two men working in a foundry. It's a small print, just a couple of inches square. What strikes me is the physical exertion it conveys. What do you see in this piece? Curator: This image offers a glimpse into the lives of laborers, a segment of society often underrepresented in art. The foundry setting speaks to the industrial processes shaping the modern world. How does the image's composition reinforce this sense of labor and perhaps its social implications? Editor: The way they're both leaning in, sharing the weight... it feels collaborative, but also precarious. Curator: Exactly. It makes you wonder about the stories of these workers and the historical context of their labor. The scale emphasizes the everyday nature of work and its often-overlooked significance. Editor: I hadn't considered how the small scale could make the subject more relatable. Thanks!