Man with Ladder 1994

Duane Hanson’s "Man with Ladder" is a hyperrealistic sculpture created in 1994. Hanson is known for his life-size sculptures that depict ordinary people in everyday situations. This sculpture features a man, dressed in work clothes, standing next to a ladder. The sculpture is a commentary on the working class and the labor that they perform. Hanson's sculptures are often seen as critiques of consumerism and the social hierarchy. His use of hyperrealism creates a sense of immediacy and draws the viewer into the sculpture's world. "Man with Ladder" is a poignant reminder of the often overlooked labor that contributes to our everyday lives.