The artwork, entitled “Hands,” is a piece by the artist Louise Bourgeois and falls within the movement of Confessional Art. This particular artwork is classified under the genre of sketch and study, showcasing preliminary or exploratory drawings or paintings.
In the artwork, there are two distinct sketches featuring human hands. The hands are painted in prominent shades of red, seeming to reach out toward each other in both depictions. The upper sketch appears to show a reaching gesture with one hand almost within grasping distance of another, conveying a sense of connection or pursuit. The lower sketch reiterates this theme, with multiple hands extending towards one another against a backdrop lightly marred by marks and smudges. The vibrant red used in the drawings imparts a sense of intensity and emotional resonance, which is characteristic of Bourgeois’ confessional style.
