The artwork titled “Untitled,” created by Cindy Sherman in 2010, is a prominent piece within the Feminist Art movement and belongs to the genre of photography.
This particular artwork features two distinct female figures against a black-and-white background depicting a natural scenery with a path leading into a wooded area. On the left, a woman stands in an unconventional outfit, consisting of a padded undergarment, holding a string or leash that suggests a complex narrative or character portrayal. She wears gloves, a short wig with bangs, and black shoes. On the right, another woman is dressed in a 1950s-style pink floral dress, adorned with a triangular blue collar and white gloves with a floral design. This figure holds a bouquet of white flowers and has her eyes gently closed, exuding a serene and reflective demeanor. The juxtaposition of color against monochrome and the contrasting personas elicit a thought-provoking discussion on identity, societal expectations, and femininity, which are central themes in Cindy Sherman’s work.