Bodily Fluid 1996

Marlene Dumas's 1996 work "Bodily Fluid" is a striking example of her signature style, characterized by stark figures rendered in muted hues. The obscured head of a nude female figure is painted in a hazy blue, veiled with a grid-like pattern that suggests both concealment and vulnerability, while the rest of the figure is delicately outlined, emphasizing the body’s presence. Dumas's work often explores themes of identity, sexuality, and the human condition, prompting viewers to confront their own biases and assumptions.