Man Ray's 1926 Photograph of Kiki with African Mask Published in French Vogue

In May 1926, French Vogue magazine featured a photograph by artist Man Ray titled 'Mother of Pearl Face and Ebony Mask.' The image depicts model and artist Kiki, who was also Man Ray's romantic partner and creative inspiration, positioned beside an African carving. Published within the fashion publication's pages, the work explores contrasts through its composition, juxtaposing human form with object, light and dark tones, contemporary society with traditional culture, and European with African elements.