September 07, 2008 3:46pm This is rich, sculptural, and fascinating. There's the idea of the sculptural, almost abstract nude, but then there's the gesture in the photograph that connects to the way she's touching her ankle. The dress form is a stand-in for the body, but also emphasizes the sculptural and abstract qualities of the figure. The deep rich tones of the surrounding space and the desk/tabletop she's on emphasize the highlights and the form.
