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Stefanie Schneider
The Games we played (Till Death do us Part) - Contemporary, Polaroid, Women

2005

$380
£288.90
€333.41
CA$531.90
A$595.58
CHF 310.75
MX$7,256.75
NOK 3,943.14
SEK 3,748.88
DKK 2,488.66
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The Games we played (Till Death do us Part) - 2005 20x20cm, Edition of 10, plus 2 artist proofs. Archival C-Print print, based on the Polaroid. Certificate and Signature label, artist Inventory No. 9289. Not mounted. "Redemption's Glimmer: A Fragmented Portrait" In Stefanie Schneider's enigmatic tableau, a continuation of her "Till Death Do Us Part" series, the red-headed woman emerges as a paradox—an embodiment of vulnerability and strength, fragility and defiance. Captured in a moment of haunting introspection, this artwork unveils a multifaceted narrative that speaks to the intricacies of the human experience. The Red-Headed Woman: Embodying Complexity At the heart of the composition lies the red-headed woman, a figure that defies categorization. In a stark departure from the prior scene, she sits awkwardly, her form imbued with an unsettling elegance. Tousled red hair cascades over one shoulder, a testament to the tumultuous currents of emotion that course through her being. The open shirt and panties remain, a reminder of her unapologetic vulnerability—a visual motif that echoes through the series. A Dance of Shadows and Glittering Red The glittering red high heels that adorn her feet juxtapose vulnerability and empowerment. These shoes, a fusion of audacity and fragility, mirror the essence of the red-headed woman herself. Her gaze, which was once fixed on the horizon, now descends to the old revolver that rests in her grasp—a visual focal point that serves as both a symbol and a catalyst. A Reverie of Redemption As her fingers delicately trace the contours of the old revolver, a reverie of possibilities unfolds. The weapon's tarnished metal whispers stories of history and consequence, while the woman's expression holds secrets untold. The juxtaposition of her attire—the crimson heels against the backdrop of the abandoned setting—evokes a tension between worlds, a narrative suspended between defiance and surrender. The Essence of Paradox This fragmented portrait captures the essence of paradox—captivating and unsettling, intimate and distant. Through this work, Schneider delves deep into the human psyche, unearthing fragments of existence that pulse with raw emotion. The red-headed woman, with her revolver and glittering heels, becomes a living enigma—a testament to the layers that shape the human narrative. "Redemption's Glimmer" challenges viewers to navigate the complexities of identity and emotion. It beckons us to grapple with the interplay between vulnerability and strength, to recognize that even within the dissonance of the human soul, there is a profound beauty waiting to be unveiled. Stefanie Schneider received her MFA in Communication Design at the Folkwang Schule Essen, Germany. Her work has been shown at the Museum for Photography, Braunschweig, Museum für Kommunikation, Berlin, the Institut für Neue Medien, Frankfurt, the Nassauischer Kunstverein, Wiesbaden, Kunstverein Bielefeld, Museum für Moderne Kunst Passau, Les Rencontres d'Arles, Foto -Triennale Esslingen, Bombay Beach Biennale 2018, 2019.

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