Couple 2004

"Couple" is a 2004 sculpture by Louise Bourgeois (1911-2010), renowned for her emotionally charged and often unsettling works. The piece depicts two figures, seemingly in a state of intimate embrace, yet rendered in a way that evokes a sense of vulnerability and unease. Their form, crafted from knitted fabric, further emphasizes the sense of fragility and vulnerability in their physical closeness. This piece is characteristic of Bourgeois' exploration of themes of relationships, sexuality, and the human condition. Bourgeois' work is often interpreted as a form of self-portraiture, reflecting her own personal experiences with love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships.