“Untitled #201,” created in 1989 by Cindy Sherman, is a photographic piece that belongs to the feminist art movement. This artwork is part of Sherman’s “History Portraits” series, which she produced between 1988 and 1990.
The artwork depicts a person dressed in historical attire, resembling clothing from the late 18th to early 19th century. The individual seems to be seated in an opulent setting, adorned with heavy drapery and richly patterned textiles. The subject is dressed in a dark jacket, a white lace cravat, and purple-striped trousers, with a white lace cuff peeking out. Their hair appears curly and voluminous, likely a wig that conforms to the fashion of the depicted era. The overall composition, saturated with colors and textures, evokes a sense of historical portraiture while simultaneously provoking a critical examination of art history and the representation of gender roles within it.
