Untitled #210
1989
Cindy Sherman is a trailblazing figure in contemporary art who redefines self-portraiture. Each portrait serves as a modern parallel to historical artworks, inviting viewers to confront themes of gender, power, and the constructed nature of selfhood. Through meticulous attention to detail and the use of props, Sherman intertwines past and present, offering a poignant commentary on the enduring relevance of art across centuries.
Chromogenic print
67 x 45 in. (170.2 x 114.3 cm)
Gift of the Virginia and Bagley Wright Collection, in honor of the 75th Anniversary of the Seattle Art Museum
2020.15.32
Provenance: The artist; [Gagosian Gallery, New York, 1989-1990]; acquired from gallery, by exchange, by Virginia and Bagley Wright, Seattle, Washington, Mar. 1, 1990; to Seattle Art Museum, Seattle, Washington, 2020
Image courtesy of the Virginia and Bagley Wright Collection