Alterity 2002

"Alterity" (2002) is a black and white photograph by Romanian artist Geta Bratescu. The image features a woman in a dark coat, her face partially obscured by her hand. The composition is simple, with the figure placed against a plain background, highlighting the subject's enigmatic presence. The photograph is a powerful example of Bratescu's work, which often explores themes of identity, memory, and the passage of time. The work is a self-portrait, and the artist's choice to hide her face suggests a sense of introspection and vulnerability. The title, "Alterity," refers to the concept of otherness, which is central to Bratescu's artistic practice.