Untitled (cart with bullocks) c. 1860 - 1880

Editor: This photograph, "Untitled (cart with bullocks)" by Willoughby Wallace Hooper, captures a moment of everyday life. The bullocks, in particular, seem to represent something beyond just labor. What do you see in the pairing of man and beast here? Curator: The bullocks, often venerated in Hinduism, represent strength, patience, and fertility. The cart, therefore, is not just a vehicle but a symbolic convergence of human needs and the earth's bounty. What stories do these animals carry? Editor: That's a helpful perspective. It makes me consider the labor and reliance inherent in this image. Thanks! Curator: Indeed. The image subtly prompts us to reflect on our connection with nature, doesn't it?