Herlinde Koelbl (born 1939 in Lindau on Lake Constance; works in Neuried near Munich) From the series "Strong women" Gelatin silver print/photographic paper, 1996, signed and dated; photographer's stamp on verso. Image 49 cm x 48.5 cm. Sheet 60 cm x 50.2 cm. Frame. In the "Strong Women" series, Koelbl portrays female nudes that do not conform to the usual ideal of beauty, but which radiate a strong and expressive personality. Contrary to the prevailing conventions, the photographer deliberately emphasizes the erotic expression of the strong women depicted. Gelatin silver print on paper, 1996. Hand-signed and dated. Photographers stamp on the reverse.

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