Femme 5

  • Artist

    Haleh Mashian

  • Size

    60 x 60 in.

  • Year

    2018

About the Artwork

Femme 8 by Haleh Mashian is a raw and expressive portrait that captures the tension between strength and fragmentation. Her form is built from overlapping textures, creating an interplay of solidity and dissolution that speaks to the complexities of identity and transformation.

Mashian’s use of mixed media adds depth and emotion, with embedded shards of material evoking the sensation of a self both breaking apart and reconstructing. Femme 8's color palette—cool grays, blacks, and whites—establishes an industrial, almost urban atmosphere, while streaks of pink and yellow introduce moments of warmth. The obscured face and chaotic background of intersecting lines reinforce the idea that identity is shaped both within and against external pressures. Femme 8 is an evocative reflection on one’s self image, making it a compelling choice for collectors drawn to thought-provoking, emotionally charged art.

Regular price $8,500.00