Richard Dömös - Masks Of Desire
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“Masks Of Desire” by Richard Dömös, a 2026 digital print, edition 1/20, plate signed, measuring 48.3 × 32.9 cm in original state, a nude work sold direct from the artist.
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Description from the seller
The monochrome composition opens an intimate dialogue between identity, desire and the hidden face of human sexuality. The central motif is the contrast of a sharp, anonymous mannequin in the foreground and a softly blurred female silhouette in the background. Props in the form of a latex mask and discarded high-heeled pumps move the narrative to the level of fetishistic aesthetics and an exploration of submissive-dominant dynamics.
The image deliberately works with the play of light and shadow and depth of field, thereby distracting attention from the specific identity of the subject and transforming the scene into a timeless artistic study of hidden human fantasies.
Seller's Story
Richard Dömös is photographer born and living in Slovakia. His production is usually focused on sport, product, reportage and artistical photography however he is enthusiastic about various photo experiments and project as well. Additionally, he is involved in photogrammetry and has worked on significant projects such as the video game title Call of Duty - Modern Warfare and for Kojima Productions.
Awards:
• Slovak Press Photo: Nominated 11 times, with 4 first-place wins.
• Czech Press Photo: 1 first-place win in the sports category and third place in the portrait category.
• 2023 International Photography Awards - Jury top 5.
• 2024 Fine Art Photography Awards - Portrait category nomination.
The monochrome composition opens an intimate dialogue between identity, desire and the hidden face of human sexuality. The central motif is the contrast of a sharp, anonymous mannequin in the foreground and a softly blurred female silhouette in the background. Props in the form of a latex mask and discarded high-heeled pumps move the narrative to the level of fetishistic aesthetics and an exploration of submissive-dominant dynamics.
The image deliberately works with the play of light and shadow and depth of field, thereby distracting attention from the specific identity of the subject and transforming the scene into a timeless artistic study of hidden human fantasies.
Seller's Story
Richard Dömös is photographer born and living in Slovakia. His production is usually focused on sport, product, reportage and artistical photography however he is enthusiastic about various photo experiments and project as well. Additionally, he is involved in photogrammetry and has worked on significant projects such as the video game title Call of Duty - Modern Warfare and for Kojima Productions.
Awards:
• Slovak Press Photo: Nominated 11 times, with 4 first-place wins.
• Czech Press Photo: 1 first-place win in the sports category and third place in the portrait category.
• 2023 International Photography Awards - Jury top 5.
• 2024 Fine Art Photography Awards - Portrait category nomination.
Details
Date of print
2026
Artist
Richard Dömös
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Title of artwork
Masks Of Desire
Condition
Original State
Technique
Digital print
Height
48.3 cm
Edition
1/20
Width
32.9 cm
Signature
Plate signed
Genre
Nude
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