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Lithograph, on wove paper - Signed with initials and numbered in pencil, published by Camden Arts Centre, London

Snared, a lithograph by Kara Walker from 2013, portrays a powerful silhouette in her distinctive cut-out style. Set against a black background, a white figure, bent and entangled, struggles within the branches of a bare, twisted tree. The stark contrast emphasizes themes of entrapment and resistance, capturing an evocative tension within the composition. Walker’s work often addresses complex historical and social issues, particularly those related to race and identity, and Snared continues this exploration by symbolically representing struggle and resilience. The piece, signed and numbered by the artist, measures 27.9 x 21.6 cm.

Kara Walker (USA, 1969) is a prominent contemporary artist known for her powerful exploration of race, gender, and identity. Utilizing mediums like silhouettes, installations, and video, her work confronts historical narratives and systemic inequalities. Notable works include A Subtlety and her iconic cut-paper tableaux.

Kara Walker

Snared, 2013

Name: Snared, 2013
SKU: 10447

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Limited Edition Print

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Lithograph, on wove paper - Signed with initials and numbered in pencil, published by Camden Arts Centre, London

Kara Walker

Snared, 2013

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

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Once you open up the Pandora's box of race and gender... you're never done.
- Kara Walker

Kara Walker (b. 1969, USA) is an American artist renowned for her provocative and powerful exploration of race, gender, and identity in American history. She is best known for her large-scale silhouette installations that depict disturbing scenes from the antebellum South, exploring the brutal realities of slavery and its lasting impact on society. Walker's work is characterized by its stark, black-and-white imagery, which creates a haunting contrast that emphasizes the violence and trauma of the narratives she portrays. Influenced by historical narrative and folk art, her art challenges viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about the past and its resonance in the present. Walker’s work has been exhibited in major institutions worldwide, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Tate Modern in London, making her one of the most significant contemporary artists addressing social and political issues through art

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What is contemporary art?

Contemporary art refers to avant-garde or innovative art created in the recent past or present day. The exact starting point of contemporary art varies depending on the institution, often tied to the founding year of museums or galleries that showcase the style. Contemporary art is characterized by its focus on current ideas, diverse media, and the exploration of new concepts and techniques.

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Kara Walker

Snared, 2013

27.9 x 21.6 cm

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