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the photograph is a striking black and white image that appears to be a surreal or abstract representation of a female nude. the figure's body is partially visible, its form distorted and fragmented by its reflection in a large, curved glass object – possibly a bowl or a lens.  the glass piece dominates the frame, creating multiple reflections and refractions, making the form of the body both visible and obscured. the interplay of light and shadow creates a strong sense of depth and texture, emphasizing the curves and contours of both the body and the glass. the overall effect is one of both sensuality and mystery.

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Source: Man Ray (Emmanuel Radnitzky) | MoMA

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Created by: Val (@fishlove)

Parent collection: Man Ray (1890 - 1976)

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Created at: 2024-12-07T03:00:14.626Z

Updated at: 2025-03-15T00:18:18.124Z


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What is in the image: the photograph is a striking black and white image that appears to be a surreal or abstract representation of a female nude. the figure's body is partially visible, its form distorted and fragmented by its reflection in a large, curved glass object – possibly a bowl or a lens. the glass piece dominates the frame, creating multiple reflections and refractions, making the form of the body both visible and obscured. the interplay of light and shadow creates a strong sense of depth and texture, emphasizing the curves and contours of both the body and the glass. the overall effect is one of both sensuality and mystery.

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WDTagged Tags: monochrome, greyscale, no humans, solo