The Receiver 2003

"The Receiver" (2003) by American artist Mark Kostabi (b. 1960), is an oil painting of a nude woman facing a mirror in an interior setting. The painting's style is reminiscent of the bold color palettes and geometric forms of 20th-century movements like Cubism and Pop Art. The sharp lines and simplified forms create a sense of detachment and objectification, highlighting the tension between the woman's physical presence and her implied psychological state. The red phone on the side table adds a sense of isolation and potential for communication, creating a symbolic contrast to the woman's silent reflection. The work's title and subject matter explore themes of identity, self-perception, and the role of technology in modern life.