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Hands of the puppeteer, 1929 (b / w photo)
GBW469876 Hands of the puppeteer, 1929 (b/w photo) by Modotti, Tina (1896-1942); (add.info.: Mexican puppeteer Louis Bunin in a performance of The Hairy Ape by Eugene O Neill; ); eGalerie Bilderwelt; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22921382
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Control Expressionist Free Will Hands Influence Manipulating Manipulation Manipulative Marionette Mexican Power Puppet Puppeteer Puppetry Shadow Skill Strings Theatrical
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This photograph titled "Hands of the puppeteer, 1929" by Tina Modotti transports us into a world of theatrical mastery. The image showcases the skillful hands of Mexican puppeteer Louis Bunin as he manipulates a marionette during a performance of Eugene O'Neill's "The Hairy Ape". The composition is striking, with dramatic lighting casting long shadows that seem to symbolize the influence and control exerted by the puppeteer over his creation. The intricate strings connecting the puppet to its master further emphasize this power dynamic. Modotti's keen eye for detail captures every nuance in Bunin's expressionist hands, revealing both their strength and delicacy. These hands are not merely tools but instruments capable of breathing life into an inanimate object, blurring the lines between reality and fiction. In this scene from "The Hairy Ape" we witness the manipulation at play - both on stage and within our own lives. It raises questions about free will versus external forces pulling our strings, reminding us that sometimes we are mere puppets in a larger drama. Through her lens, Modotti immortalizes this moment of artistic brilliance while also exploring deeper themes surrounding human nature and control. This photograph serves as a testament to her talent as well as an invitation for viewers to reflect on their own roles within society's grand theater.
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