Untitled (giraffe being fed through cage bars) c. 1950

Editor: Here we have Jack Gould’s small gelatin silver print, "Untitled (giraffe being fed through cage bars)." The bars create a rigid grid, contrasting the soft shape of the giraffe’s head. What does this image say to you? Curator: This image, with its focus on the zoo, speaks volumes about our relationship with the natural world. It reflects the power structures inherent in capturing and displaying animals for human consumption and entertainment. Editor: I hadn't considered the power dynamic. Curator: Precisely. Where is the giraffe's natural habitat, and what does it mean to see it confined like this? It’s a political statement, even if unintended. Editor: Thanks, I will consider that next time.