Slander 

"Slander," a work by contemporary American artist Alex Gross, features a close-up portrait of a woman's face. The woman is depicted with a contorted expression, crying and bleeding from the nose. Her heavy makeup and accessories, including a pearl necklace and a designer handbag, serve to highlight the stark contrast between outward appearances and inner turmoil. Gross is known for his style that blends figuration with pop culture elements, often creating works that explore themes of consumerism, media, and social commentary.