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the black and white photograph is a striking studio portrait of a woman. she is elegantly draped in a lightcolored fabric that covers her head and shoulders, almost like a shawl or veil. her gaze is soft and slightly downcast, giving a pensive mood. she holds a hand mirror, and her reflection is partially visible, creating a sense of introspection. the lighting is dramatic, with chiaroscuro effects highlighting her features and the folds of the fabric. the overall style suggests a 1930s or 1940s aesthetic, typical of fashion or portrait photography from that era. the image’s focus is on the woman's serene yet expressive countenance and the interplay of light and shadow.

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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: 2024-12-07T03:00:37.286Z

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


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What is in the image: the black and white photograph is a striking studio portrait of a woman. she is elegantly draped in a lightcolored fabric that covers her head and shoulders, almost like a shawl or veil. her gaze is soft and slightly downcast, giving a pensive mood. she holds a hand mirror, and her reflection is partially visible, creating a sense of introspection. the lighting is dramatic, with chiaroscuro effects highlighting her features and the folds of the fabric. the overall style suggests a 1930s or 1940s aesthetic, typical of fashion or portrait photography from that era. the image’s focus is on the woman's serene yet expressive countenance and the interplay of light and shadow.

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WDTagged Tags: 1girl, monochrome, solo, greyscale, closed eyes, holding, upper body, long hair, simple background, smile, closed mouth, lips, realistic