Second Skin Contemporary Surrealist Photograph by Miguel Vallinas

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Second Skin is the fist serie of Miguel Vallinas' surreal images that reconsider the human form. Second Skin explores the concept of identity and personal choice with a connection with different animals.

An assortment of animals, ranging from ducks, bears, birds, dogs and cats became humans mixing their personalities.

With this series Vallinas' intends to prompt viewers to reflect on who they think they are, what they want to be, and what they truly are. Vallinas' concept seeks to find answers, triggering thoughts about identity and appearance. "˜the focus is produced by the unacceptance of that which we observe being something else,' less

Condition:
Imperfections: No Imperfections

Dimensions:
Height: 39 in.
Width: 27 in.
Depth: 0.75 in.

Category: Photography
Origin: Spain
Materials: Color Photography

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Second Skin Contemporary Surrealist Photograph by Miguel Vallinas

Lot 0432

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