Dundas Aqueduct 1975

Curator: Ah, a soothing view. It's so delicately rendered—makes me think of long, hazy summer days. Editor: This is David Gentleman's "Dundas Aqueduct," currently residing in the Tate Collections. The image dimensions are 503 by 389mm. Curator: There's an interesting duality here. The aqueduct is this massive feat of engineering, but Gentleman captures it with such a light touch. Editor: Exactly! This piece makes you consider the labour required to build these industrial structures, the materiality of stone, and even the role of transport in shaping landscape and community. Curator: I suppose I never thought about it that way; I was lost in the serene swans! But you're right. It's a testament to human intervention, framed by the gentle caress of nature. Editor: It’s fascinating to consider how Gentleman’s rendering softens the aqueduct’s imposing scale, inviting us to reflect on the blend of industry and nature. Curator: It’s a really lovely balance— something I certainly appreciate seeing it in a new light.