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William S Burroughs

Robert Mapplethorpe

Dovehouse Contemporary United Arab Emirates

Artwork details

Artist

Robert Mapplethorpe

Title

William S Burroughs

Description

William S Burroughs

By Robert Mapplethorpe

Robert Mapplethorpe (1946–1989) was a provocative American photographer known for his striking black-and-white portraits, controversial subject matter, and meticulous attention to detail. His work often explored themes of sexuality, gender, and the human form, leaving a lasting impact on the world of photography and contemporary art.

1982

Gelatin silver print

9 3/4 x 7 7/8 in

24.9 x 20.1 cm

Printed by Radar Publikationen and Edition K.L.A.G. credit stamps verso. Photographers credit stamp verso

Date

1982

Medium

Gelatin Silver Print

Edition

N/A

Signature

Unsigned

Image

24.9 x 20.1 cm

Sheet

24.9 x 20.1 cm

Status

Available

Price

Price on request

The Artist

Robert Mapplethorpe

Robert Mapplethorpe was an American counter-culture artist who blazed a taboo-busting trail across the 1960s, 70s and 80s. He worked mainly in black and white photography, addressing themes of sexual behaviour, homosexuality, erotica and sadomasochism. His images were mostly portraits, including nudes, self-portraits and noted artists such as Andy Warhol and Joan Armatrading. As a gay man, his work was often homo erotic. He also depicted people engaged in sexual acts including BDSM, which was very controversial at the time. Despite this, Mapplethorpe’s intention wasn’t purely to shock. He wanted to cast light on the unseen undercurrents of human behaviour and on those who were often kept out of public view.