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the image is a black and white closeup photograph of a male nude torso.  the subject's arms are raised above their head, creating a symmetrical pose. the lighting is dramatic, with strong contrasts between light and shadow, highlighting the musculature and form of the body.  the background is entirely dark, drawing all attention to the subject. the overall feel is stark and somewhat abstract, focusing on the shapes and tones of the body. a thin, vertical line bisects the image down the middle.

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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: 2024-12-07T03:00:27.862Z

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


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What is in the image: the image is a black and white closeup photograph of a male nude torso. the subject's arms are raised above their head, creating a symmetrical pose. the lighting is dramatic, with strong contrasts between light and shadow, highlighting the musculature and form of the body. the background is entirely dark, drawing all attention to the subject. the overall feel is stark and somewhat abstract, focusing on the shapes and tones of the body. a thin, vertical line bisects the image down the middle.

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WDTagged Tags: monochrome, solo, greyscale, nipples, nude, ribs, armpits, arms up, what, simple background, upper body, 1girl, breasts, black background