Untitled #97 1982

Cindy Sherman's "Untitled #97" from 1982 is a striking example of her self-portrait series exploring female identity and representation. Sherman's iconic works often feature her in various roles, drawing from popular culture, film, and fashion to create a commentary on societal expectations and the constructed nature of female identity. In this particular photograph, Sherman appears as a woman wrapped in a red towel, her expression both vulnerable and defiant. The use of a simple backdrop and the intimate framing of her body emphasizes the raw, personal nature of the image, further enhancing the sense of introspection and self-examination central to Sherman's practice.