Harem #38 2013

Lalla Essaydi's 2013 photograph, *Harem #38*, is a striking example of the artist's ongoing exploration of gender and identity in Moroccan culture. The work features a woman adorned in traditional Moroccan clothing and jewelry, with her face and body covered in intricate henna patterns. The composition creates a sense of both beauty and confinement, highlighting the complex relationship between tradition and individual expression in a society with strong cultural norms. Essaydi's use of photography to explore these themes is both powerful and thought-provoking, prompting viewers to consider the role of women in Moroccan society.