Untitled (Mother and Son) 1995

"Untitled (Mother and Son)" (1995) is a powerful black and white photograph by Iranian-American artist Shirin Neshat, known for her work exploring themes of identity, religion, and gender in the Islamic world. The image depicts a woman and child shrouded in a patterned fabric, with the woman's face partially obscured by a veil, while the child's face is more visible, reflecting a mixture of innocence and vulnerability. The presence of a rifle at their feet adds a sense of tension and underscores the complex social and political realities of the region. This photograph, along with other works in Neshat's "Women of Allah" series, has been lauded for its captivating visual aesthetics and its thought-provoking exploration of contemporary Iranian culture.