Dora Maar 1941

"Dora Maar" is a 1941 black and white photograph by Rogi André, a French photographer active from 1905 to 1970. The image captures Dora Maar, a famous surrealist painter and photographer, in a close-up portrait. André's photographic style is characterized by its sharp focus and dramatic use of light and shadow, evoking a sense of intimacy and depth within the composition. The subject's piercing gaze and melancholic expression are accentuated by the stark contrasts and subtle tonal variations, making it a compelling and iconic portrait of the artist.