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the black and white photograph depicts a woman with dark hair styled in a sleek, 1930s fashion, lying on her side with her eyes closed.  her head rests on a surface, and her arm is draped gracefully over a dark, carved african mask, which she seems to be gently holding or touching. the woman's expression is serene and peaceful, contrasting with the mask's powerful features. the lighting and composition are meticulously arranged, creating a mood that's both elegant and subtly unsettling, characteristic of surrealist photography. the photograph is a striking example of man ray's style, seamlessly blending portraiture and still life elements. the overall effect is one of dreamlike mystery and artistic sophistication.

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Source: Man Ray: Fifteen Photographs | Fraenkel Gallery

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Created by: Val (@fishlove)

Parent collection: Man Ray (1890 - 1976)

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Created at: 2024-12-07T02:55:50.335Z

Updated at: 2025-03-15T00:17:20.616Z


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What is in the image: the black and white photograph depicts a woman with dark hair styled in a sleek, 1930s fashion, lying on her side with her eyes closed. her head rests on a surface, and her arm is draped gracefully over a dark, carved african mask, which she seems to be gently holding or touching. the woman's expression is serene and peaceful, contrasting with the mask's powerful features. the lighting and composition are meticulously arranged, creating a mood that's both elegant and subtly unsettling, characteristic of surrealist photography. the photograph is a striking example of man ray's style, seamlessly blending portraiture and still life elements. the overall effect is one of dreamlike mystery and artistic sophistication.

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WDTagged Tags: 1girl, monochrome, closed eyes, solo, greyscale, lying, realistic, sleeping, traditional media, on side