The artwork, titled “The Doll (Maquette for The Doll’s Games),” was created by Hans Bellmer in 1938. This piece belongs to the genre of photography.
The artwork portrays a mannequin-like figure featuring an assembly of disjointed, human-like forms arranged on what appears to be a bed. The figure’s fragmented body parts, accentuated by disproportionate appendages and exaggerated features, evoke a surreal and disconcerting atmosphere. Bellmer’s meticulous arrangement and choice of perspective reflect a deliberate manipulation aiming to challenge conventional perceptions of the human form. The use of shadows and the contrasting colors enhance the eerie, dreamlike quality of the piece, underscoring Bellmer’s exploration of themes associated with eroticism and the subconscious.
