Peeling Collection (#11)
"Unveiling Layers: Peeling back the stories hidden in Havana's walls" In the vibrant streets of Havana, Cuba, a Che Guevara mural adorns a dilapidated wall
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"Unveiling Layers: Peeling back the stories hidden in Havana's walls" In the vibrant streets of Havana, Cuba, a Che Guevara mural adorns a dilapidated wall. As layers of paint peel away, revealing glimpses of history and revolution, one can't help but feel the spirit of resilience that still lingers in this city. Meanwhile, in a whimsical cartoon from 1938 by George Studdy, we witness an orange playfully peeling off its skin down to a tiny bikini. This cheeky artwork reminds us that sometimes shedding our outer layers can reveal unexpected surprises and bring out our true colors. Wandering into W Heath Robinson's imaginative world, we find ourselves witnessing an unconventional scene - potatoes being peeled by a gramophone. With his trademark wit and ingenuity, Robinson invites us to embrace creativity even in mundane tasks. But peeling is not limited to fruits and vegetables; it extends to various forms. A sheet of paper delicately peels away from a printing forme imprinted with letters ABC and an image of a flower. It symbolizes the unveiling of knowledge and beauty as words come alive on paper. Moving across continents to Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, John Nicholson skillfully peels apples at home. In this simple act lies the essence of domesticity and tradition – reminding us that sometimes finding comfort lies within familiar routines. As we delve deeper into history through vintage postcards from World War II era or paintings depicting street urchins' lives, we realize how time has peeled away their innocence but left behind tales worth remembering. An advertisement for Barretts Fresh Fruit Lemonade captures the refreshing sensation as droplets trickle down your throat after each sip – like peeling away thirst with every gulp. Peeling takes on yet another form when paint starts chipping off wood surfaces. The weathered appearance tells stories of years gone by while adding character to the object.