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// Phantom Lady #22 by Pushpamala N., produced between 1996 and 1998, is a black-and-white gelatin silver print that offers a cinematic, noir-inspired portrayal of a woman in an urban setting. The photograph depicts the figure seated on a bench in what appears to be a deserted train station, surrounded by tracks and signal lights, under a web of overhead wires. The scene captures an atmosphere of solitude and suspense, with the composition suggesting a narrative yet leaving it ambiguous. Pushpamala N., known for her use of self-portraiture and staged photography, often explores themes related to identity, gender, and social roles in Indian society. The Phantom Lady series reinterprets archetypal female figures with a modern twist, questioning traditional representations of women. Limited to an edition of 10, this photograph resonates with the tension and mystery that characterize Pushpamala's unique visual language.

Pushpamala N. (India, 1956) is a pioneering performance and photo artist known for her satirical and feminist explorations of identity and cultural narratives. Using herself as a model, she reimagines Indian iconography and history through staged photographs and videos. Her works critically engage with stereotypes, creating powerful visual commentaries.

N. Pushpamala

Phantom Lady #22, 1996-1998

Name: Phantom Lady #22, 1996-1998
SKU: 1426
Price: 3500.00 EUR
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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

silver gelatin print - photograph

silver gelatin print - photographA silver gelatin print is a type of photographic print made using the silver process. In this process, photographic materials such as black and white films and printing papers are coated with a light-sensitive emulsion of silver salts suspended in gelatin. This emulsion is applied to a support, which could be flexible plastic, glass, resin-coated paper, or baryta paper. The materials are light-sensitive and remain stable under normal storage conditions, making them ideal for long-term preservation.

Edition

Edition of 10

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N. Pushpamala

Phantom Lady #22, 1996-1998

Photography

Gelatin Silver Print

EUR 3,500

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I try to do something different each time so I push myself, push the edge so that I don’t keep repeating myself.
- N. Pushpamala

Pushpalama N. is an Indian-born contemporary photographer. After earning a Bachelor's Degree in Economics, English and Psychology from the University of Bangelore, India; she went on to pursue a Master's Degree in Fine Arts from the Indian academic institution, Baroda. While there, she studied sculpture and was inspired by the work of artists, Raghav Kaneria, Bhupen Khakhar and K. G. Subramanyan. Pushpalama's first success as an artist came in the realm of sculpture. Her first exhibition was in that discipline at a 1983 show in Bangelore. Soon thereafter, however, Pushpalama abandoned sculpture to pursue performance photography. Pushpalama N garnered a reputation for taking photos which explore places, gender and history. She has been the recipient of numerous accolades, including recognition from India's National Film Awards in 1984, a Charles Wallace Trust Fellowship from 1992-93, a Senior Fellowship from the Indian Ministry of Human Resource and Development from 1995-97 and an Arts Collaboration Grant from the Indian Foundation of Arts in the year 2000. Pushpalama also participated in India's Sixth Triennial in 1986 and won a gold medal. Pushpalama's photographic exhibitions have been displayed in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. N. Pushpalama often uses herself as a model in her photos. (Artist website)

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N. Pushpamala

Phantom Lady #22, 1996-1998

52 x 43 cm

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