Untitled (house under construction, view through window at workmen) c. 1950

Editor: This photograph by Jack Gould, titled "Untitled (house under construction, view through window at workmen)," shows us a building in progress, with workers visible through the window. It feels like a snapshot of societal development, but from an unusual perspective. What strikes you most about this work? Curator: It's fascinating how Gould frames labor, isn't it? The house under construction acts as a literal frame, boxing in the workers. Are they building a future, or trapped within the confines of economic necessity? This image begs us to consider the power dynamics inherent in labor and construction. Editor: That’s a really interesting take! I hadn’t considered that aspect. Curator: Consider the era in which this was taken; how might gender and race influence the construction site? This is not simply an image of construction; it is a historical and social commentary. Editor: Thanks, I hadn't considered how it reflects societal structures, that really adds a layer of meaning.