The artwork, titled “At the Bar. C. Toon and So, Bangkok”, was created by Nan Goldin in 1992. This piece is a part of the Contemporary and Feminist Art movements and falls under the genre of both photography and nude painting (nu).
In the artwork, Goldin captures a vivid and intimate scene at a bar, where three individuals are depicted. The lighting is warm and saturated, casting an almost theatrical glow that accentuates their expressions and attire. The subjects are adorned in what appears to be glamorous, sparkly clothing, suggesting a nightlife atmosphere. The composition of the photograph conveys a sense of immediacy and candidness, characteristic of Goldin’s renowned style. The use of light and shadow, combined with the intense expressions of the subjects, evokes an emotional and contemplative mood, inviting viewers to ponder the underlying narratives and themes present in the scene.
