Description:
Annu Palakunnathu Matthew (English/American, b. 1964)
Two Photographs: Lit Pyjamas, from the series Memories of India, and Arches, Ahmedabad, India.Pyjamas, 2003/04, signed and numbered "Annu 1/10" in pencil on the recto l.r.; Arches signed and dated "Annu '96" in pencil on the recto l.r. Both gelatin silver prints, image sizes to 5 x 5 in., Pyjamas unmatted, Arches matted, both unframed. Condition: Good.
N.B. Matthew was born in England, raised in India, and now lives in the United States. Her mixed or "masala" background continually shapes her photographic projects, which explore themes of belonging and immigration. She is Director of the Center for the Humanities and a Professor of Art (Photography) at the University of Rhode Island.
Estimate $600-800
Sheets measure 8 x 10 in. (20.3 x 25.4 cm).
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