The artwork entitled “The Kiss” was created by Man Ray in the year 1935. It belongs to the Dada art movement and is categorized as a photo.
The artwork portrays an intimate and close-up view of two faces engaged in a tender kiss. The focus is sharply on their lips, with one set clearly donning dark lipstick, creating a striking contrast. The grayscale photo captures the raw and evocative essence of the moment, highlighting the nuanced textures of the skin and lips. The simplicity and intensity of the composition are emblematic of the unconventional and avant-garde spirit of the Dada movement, of which Man Ray was a prominent figure.