Untitled (monkey inside house) c. 1950

Editor: This is an untitled photograph by Jack Gould from the Harvard Art Museums, featuring a monkey in what appears to be a child’s outfit, inside a house. The scene feels surreal and a bit unsettling. How do you interpret this work? Curator: It's a striking image, isn't it? For me, it sparks a reflection on the blurred lines between humanity and nature. The monkey, dressed and inside a domestic space, disrupts our expectations. It makes me wonder about themes of control, domestication, and perhaps a commentary on societal roles. What do you think the artist might be suggesting with such a juxtaposition? Editor: That’s an interesting perspective. I hadn’t considered the element of control. The photo leaves me with more questions than answers. Curator: And that, my dear, is often the mark of truly compelling art. It invites us to look inward and question our own assumptions.