The artwork titled “Coming Forth,” created by Kiki Smith in 2008, is part of the Feminist Art movement and falls within the figurative genre.
This evocative piece features a drawn depiction of two human figures rendered on a delicate, crinkled canvas or paper. The central figure appears to be a woman, partially clothed, floating horizontally in mid-air, exuding an ethereal and dynamic presence. The woman is oriented diagonally, with her arms extended, giving her a sense of movement and freedom. Adjacent to her, seated on a chair, is another figure whose arm is raised; this figure exhibits a serene yet engaged posture. The ethereal atmosphere is punctuated by the presence of several star-like symbols which add a sense of mysticism to the composition. The overall aesthetic of the drawing demonstrates Kiki Smith’s characteristic style, emphasizing themes of the body and feminine experience.
