This black-and-white photograph shows a scene in an art gallery or museum. The picture is dominated by two figures and several artworks on the wall.
In the right foreground, a woman sits on a long, dark bench. She leans her elbows on her knees and looks sideways, out of focus, with a pensive expression. She is wearing a light cardigan over a T-shirt with the text "I ❤️ BITCHES". Her posture is relaxed and she has her legs crossed. Next to her on the sofa is a piece of paper.
To the left, further down the room, stands a man with blond, short hair. He stands with his back to the camera, looking at a large, framed painting. The man is dressed in a dark blazer and tight trousers.
On the wall are three works of art. In the centre is a large, striking painting, also in black and white, depicting a busy scene. It appears to be a demonstration, with people raising their fists in the air and holding banners. Above this work on the right hangs a smaller, less detailed painting. To the left of the large work hangs a text board with information about the artwork.
The gallery floor is parquet, laid in a herringbone pattern. The strong contrasts and atmosphere of the picture create an intriguing image that makes the viewer think about the relationship between the figures, the art and the environment.
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