Untitled (mother and baby) c. 1940

Curator: This is an untitled photograph by John Deusing, simply called "mother and baby". Editor: It's ghostly, almost like a memory surfacing. The inverted tones give it an otherworldly feel, don't you think? Curator: Absolutely, and it's fascinating how universal the Madonna and Child motif is – here, it feels both intimate and strangely detached. The stark contrast emphasizes the protective gesture of the mother. Editor: And the baby's gaze, so direct! It cuts through the visual noise, grounding the piece in raw human connection. It’s like looking into the eyes of generations past and present. Curator: It's a tender moment captured in an unusual way, leaving us to ponder the eternal bond. Editor: Yes, a visual poem, fleeting and resonant.