Sammy Davis Jr. Caressing Montgomery Clift on a Ladder Proof #1 1994

"Sammy Davis Jr. Caressing Montgomery Clift on a Ladder Proof #1" is a 1994 photomontage by Robert Heinecken, a leading figure in conceptual photography. This work uses appropriated images, in this case, from a Gap advertisement, to create a playful, yet subversive, exploration of celebrity culture, sexuality, and consumerism. Heinecken's unique approach to image-making, often blurring the lines between photography, sculpture, and performance, makes this piece a signature example of his style.