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Albert Watson — Monkey with Masks, New York City
Albert Watson

Monkey with Masks, New York City

A striking and surreal photograph by renowned photographer Albert Watson, this image features a monkey posed amongst a collection of theatrical masks, captured in Watson's signature high-contrast, meticulously composed style. The juxtaposition of the living primate against the frozen, expressive faces of the masks creates an enigmatic meditation on identity, performance, and the nature of humanity. Printed as an archival pigment print, the work exemplifies Watson's masterful command of light and his ability to transform an unexpected subject into a captivating and thought-provoking image.

Medium
Archival pigment print, printed later.

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October 3, 2017

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Albert Watson, Monkey with Masks, New York City

A striking and surreal photograph by renowned photographer Albert Watson, this image features a monkey posed amongst a collection of theatrical masks, captured in Watson's signature high-contrast, meticulously composed style. The juxtaposition of the living primate against the frozen, expressive faces of the masks creates an enigmatic meditation on identity, performance, and the nature of humanity. Printed as an archival pigment print, the work exemplifies Watson's masterful command of light and his ability to transform an unexpected subject into a captivating and thought-provoking image.

Medium
Archival pigment print, printed later.
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Studio Portrait, Male Artist, Surreal Mood, Fine Art Photography, Conceptual Art, Black and White Photography, American Photographer, Enigmatic Mood, Large Format Print, Contemporary Master, Surrealist Imagery, Contemporary Era, Archival Pigment Print, Late 20th Century, Contemporary Art, Portrait Photography, Animal Subject, Master Photographer, Black and White

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