Valladolid, ES
Details
- Dimensions
- 47.24ʺW × 0.39ʺD × 31.5ʺH
- Styles
- Postmodern
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Plastic
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal … moreGood — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal upholstery defects, or visible repairs. less
- Description
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Photography “Female Portrait” David Law, Methacrylate, s. XX – England
Extraordinary photograph taken and signed by the Parisian photographer David … more Photography “Female Portrait” David Law, Methacrylate, s. XX – England
Extraordinary photograph taken and signed by the Parisian photographer David Law, depicting a female face. It is printed on methacrylate, a modern material that enhances the brightness and depth of the image. In addition, this support adds a reflection effect that can change depending on the lighting and the angle from which the work is observed, which introduces dynamism.
The photograph presents a close-up of a female face, with full lips in an intense purple tone and eyes outlined with dark shadows. This composition reveals an intention and focus on sensuality. An intimate and enveloping atmosphere is also created, with a certain air of mystery, a characteristic present in the author's works. Furthermore, it should be taken into account that the use of the face as a central theme can refer to issues of identity and perception.
Light management is crucial in this piece. The reflections in the material, along with the shadows that surround the face, play with space, creating an interaction between the internal and external. This aspect reinforces the symbolic and ambiguous character of the work, where the face seems to emerge from the image but at the same time fades into it. The lines and shapes of the face are well defined, but when captured in methacrylate, they take on an almost dreamlike appearance, as if they were trapped between different dimensions.
David Law
London-based photographer David Law was born in Paris in 1967. He finished secondary school in 1988 and pursued higher education in the field of video and imaging. Insatiable and versatile, he tries his hand at poetry, writing, comics, recording soundtracks, directing, film editing and, finally, photography. Always attracted by the mannequins in shop windows, which seem to question him, he began photographing them in 1994. For these "Girls in Town" photos, he seeks to penetrate the mystery and soul of these beautiful solitary women, who, like a mirror of our own lives, they give us back the image of what we are. Its universe revolves around reflections and reflected reality, like another world mirror of reality.
Therefore, this photographer specializes in capturing intimate and meaningful moments through his lens. He is distinguished by his ability to capture the essence of his subjects, whether they are people, animals or landscapes. He has traveled to many places around the world to capture unique moments and tell visual stories.
His photographs have been exhibited in renowned galleries and published in prestigious magazines. His work has also been recognized with several awards, which is a testament to his talent and dedication. David Law is also passionate about teaching photography. He shares his knowledge and experience through online workshops, conferences and tutorials, helping others develop their photography skills and creativity.
Technique on support: Photography on methacrylate
Title of the work: “Female portrait”
Author: David Law
Signed in the lower right corner
Period: 20th century
Country of origin: England
Provenance: French private collection
Good condition based on age and use.
Dimensions: 80 x 120 x 1 cm.
This piece has an attribution mark,
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