Untitled #360 2000

Cindy Sherman's "Untitled #360" (2000) is a self-portrait in which the artist transforms herself into a generic, stereotypical woman. Her use of prosthetics and makeup, along with the simple, plain setting, challenges the viewer to confront the artificiality of identity and the way that images are used to construct a sense of self. This image exemplifies Sherman’s use of self-portraiture and appropriation to create a powerful commentary on the nature of beauty and the role of women in society.