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Offset lithograph lithograph in colors, 2001-2, on glossy photographic paper - Published by the Musée d'art Moderne de la Ville, Paris // Cremaster 3 Mahalym, part of Matthew Barney's expansive Cremaster Cycle (1994-2002), is a striking offset lithograph on glossy photographic paper. Measuring 75.9 x 49.5 cm, this artwork embodies Barney's fascination with biology, mythology, and symbolism through a surreal and layered narrative. The image depicts two figures dressed in unconventional, symbolic attire, posed in a dramatic embrace that blurs traditional gender roles and physical forms. The Cremaster Cycle is known for its exploration of complex themes, blending anatomical references with cultural and mythological elements, challenging viewers to interpret its surreal compositions. This piece reflects Barney’s unique, provocative style, inviting contemplation of identity, transformation, and the human body’s symbolic power.
Cremaster 3 Mahalym, from The Cremaster Cycle, 1994-2002
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Offset lithograph lithograph in colors, 2001-2, on glossy photographic paper - Published by the Musée d'art Moderne de la Ville, Paris // Cremaster 3 Mahalym, part of Matthew Barney's expansive Cremaster Cycle (1994-2002), is a striking offset lithograph on glossy photographic paper. Measuring 75.9 x 49.5 cm, this artwork embodies Barney's fascination with biology, mythology, and symbolism through a surreal and layered narrative. The image depicts two figures dressed in unconventional, symbolic attire, posed in a dramatic embrace that blurs traditional gender roles and physical forms. The Cremaster Cycle is known for its exploration of complex themes, blending anatomical references with cultural and mythological elements, challenging viewers to interpret its surreal compositions. This piece reflects Barney’s unique, provocative style, inviting contemplation of identity, transformation, and the human body’s symbolic power.
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Cremaster 3 Mahalym, From The Cremaster Cycle, 1994-2002
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