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Chromogenic print, mounted on cardboard, signed, dated in pencil on the lower mount. - Image : 32 x 48 cm - Sheet : 33 x 49 cm

Kiki Smith's Untitled (Head of Kuan Yin) (2002) is a poignant chromogenic print that reflects her fascination with the human form, spirituality, and fragility. The close-up image depicts a sculptural representation of the head of Kuan Yin, the bodhisattva of compassion, rendered in delicate, textured materials. The rough surface of the head, coupled with its partially open eyes and subtle coloration, evokes a sense of vulnerability and reverence. The photograph's intimate perspective enhances its tactile qualities and emotional depth. Measuring 32 x 48 cm, this piece is part of an edition of 3 (+1 artist proof) and reflects Smith’s exploration of materiality and the divine in everyday objects.

Kiki Smith (USA, 1954) is a multidisciplinary artist known for her evocative works exploring the human body, nature, and mythology. Utilizing mediums like sculpture, printmaking, and glass, Smith's art often examines themes of transformation and mortality. Her works are featured in major collections, including the MoMA and the Whitney Museum.

Kiki Smith

Untitled (Head of Kuan Yin), 2002

Name: Untitled (Head of Kuan Yin), 2002
SKU: 15489
Price: 7000.00 EUR
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Form

Photography

PhotographyPhotography is the process of creating an image on light sensitive materials. The image is produced by using a camera, which has a lens that focuses on light either reflected or emitted from an object. These visible wavelengths are used to reproduce the image seen.

Medium

C-Print

C-PrintA C-type print, also known as a chromogenic print, is a photographic print made from a color negative or slide. The print is created on chromogenic paper, which contains three emulsion layers, each sensitized to a different primary color. After exposure, the paper is processed in a series of chemical baths, where each layer reacts to the chemicals to produce the final image. C-type prints are known for their rich color depth and are widely used in fine art and commercial photography.

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Edition of 3 + 1 EA

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Chromogenic print, mounted on cardboard, signed, dated in pencil on the lower mount. - Image : 32 x 48 cm - Sheet : 33 x 49 cm

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I think a lot of making art is listening to yourself.
- Kiki Smith

Acclaimed for her unflinching exploration and interpretation of mortality and the human body, Kiki Smith is an artist whose work often engenders the spirit of Feminism. Among Smith’s most notable works is her Virgin Mary sculpture, an almost life-size wax depiction of the venerated Christian figure; displayed without skin – with the exception of her head, breasts, hands and genitalia – the figure is not anatomically discernable from that of any other female figure and Smith is confronting the viewer with the question of: was Mary simply human, or is the female body sacred? As a member of the Colab artist collective, Smith was inspired by their radical use of unconventional materials and political leanings, printing numerous posters throughout the early 1980’s containing political statements; Smith has also worked with tapestries, noting that they give her the opportunity to create on a larger scale and work with a wider range of colour.

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Untitled (Head of Kuan Yin), 2002

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