The artwork “Lady with Shopping Bags,” created by Duane Hanson in 1972, belongs to the Hyper-Realism and Photorealism art movements. This sculpture exemplifies Hanson’s remarkable ability to capture everyday life with striking realism.
The artwork portrays a life-sized sculpture of a woman, depicted in a highly realistic manner, carrying multiple shopping bags. She is dressed in everyday clothing, including a textured coat, a dress, and boots. Her accessories include a scarf and a hat, enhancing the lifelike quality of the sculpture. The meticulous attention to detail, evident in the patterns on the bags and the naturalistic stance of the figure, underscores the artist’s intent to mirror ordinary people and their daily activities. The woman’s expression and posture convey a sense of weariness, reflecting the physical and emotional weight of the objects she carries.
