T - Tania la Guerillera 1969 - 1970

Curator: This is Joe Tilson’s “T - Tania la Guerillera” from the Tate Collections. It's a powerful image using what appears to be collage or printmaking techniques. Editor: It feels very immediate, almost like a protest poster. The stark black and white is striking. Curator: It uses repeated imagery of Che Guevara alongside a single photograph of Tania, creating a visual echo. The layering evokes a sense of collective memory. Editor: Yes, and the way the images are slightly askew adds to that feeling of urgency. I'm drawn to the contrast in textures – the halftone dots versus the more graphic solid areas. Curator: The iconic status of Che paired with the relative obscurity of Tania highlights the often-overlooked roles of women in revolutionary movements. Editor: It's fascinating how Tilson manipulates photographic reproduction to amplify the political message here. Curator: Indeed. A potent reminder of the power of images to shape historical narratives. Editor: Agreed, a compelling piece that continues to resonate with its raw energy.