The artwork, titled “Italy, May 1977 – August 1978,” is a photo self-portrait created by Francesca Woodman in the year 1978. It features a genre that highlights the personal and introspective nature of Woodman’s photographic work.
In this evocative image, the black-and-white photograph captures two figures, a man and a woman, positioned closely together against a plain background. The woman, presumed to be Francesca Woodman, gazes downward with a contemplative expression, her hair tousled and partially covering her face. The man, seated beside her, wears a white tank top and looks directly into the camera with a serious demeanor. The dramatic use of light and shadow accentuates the emotional intensity and depth of the subjects, creating a powerful and enigmatic portrait that speaks to the viewer’s curiosity and introspection.
