Sku: YY5897Artist: Robert MapplethorpeTitle: Ken MoodyYear: 1993Signed: NoMedium: Offset LithographPaper Size: 7 x 5 inches ( 18 x 13 cm )Image Size: 5.75 x 4.5 inches ( 15 x 11 cm )Edition Size: UnknownFramed: YesFrame Size: H: 15.75 x W: 14.5 x D: 0.75 in.Condition: A: MintAdditional Details: This striking image of model Ken Moody was captured by renowned photographer Robert Mapplethorpe and is drawn from a 1994 box set published by teNeues Publishing Company and printed in Germany. Known for his bold, minimalist compositions and masterful use of lighting, Mapplethorpe presents Moody in a portrait that exudes quiet intensity and sculptural beauty. Ken Moody, an African-American model and performer, became one of Mapplethorpe’s most recognizable subjects in the 1980s. Their collaborations are noted for their powerful visual contrasts and exploration of race, form, and identity—hallmarks of Mapplethorpe’s groundbreaking work in fine art photography. Presented in a black wood frame with a front profile of 1 inch and a side profile of 3/4 inch, and mounted behind a 4-inch mat, the piece becomes a refined and dramatic display—emphasizing the strength, elegance, and timeless presence of the image.
