Untitled (construction of large bridge over river) c. 1950

Curator: Here we have an untitled photograph by Jack Gould, portraying the construction of a large bridge over a river. Editor: My first thought? The stark contrast gives it this ghostly, almost futuristic feel. It's a bit unsettling, yet captivating. Curator: The high contrast certainly emphasizes the geometric forms. Look at the imposing concrete pillars supporting the bridge's skeletal framework. It's a study in verticality and industrial strength. Editor: And the lone figure standing at the base? It really highlights the scale of this massive undertaking. There's a David and Goliath dynamic here – man versus machine, perhaps? Curator: Perhaps. What strikes me is how Gould uses the negative space to draw the eye upwards, emphasizing the bridge's reaching towards the sky. Editor: It's strangely poetic for something so…utilitarian. This makes me reconsider bridges and their purpose in our lives. Curator: Indeed. It's an unexpectedly moving image, considering its subject matter. Editor: Yes, a testament to the power of perspective, I think.