A man taking a selfie with a woman in front of a mirror. The woman has long, curly hair, and the man has a beard and short hair.

Rimma GERVOLINA Valery GERVOLIN

Rimma Gerlovina (b. 1951, Moscow) is a Russian-American conceptual artist recognized for her experimental work in photography, performance, book art, and sculpture. Together with her husband Valeriy Gerlovin, she was a pivotal figure in the Soviet underground samizdat art movement before immigrating to the U.S. in 1980

RIMMA GERLOVINA AND VALERIY GERVOLIN - SEED RIMMA GERLOVINA AND VALERIY GERVOLIN - SEED
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RIMMA GERLOVINA and VALERY GERVOLIN Silkscreen print photograph - SEED

Year: 1995

Edition: 117/125

Medium: Gelatin silver print (or photographic print)
Dimensions: 100 × 94 cm
Collection: Private Collection

Description:
Photograph by Rimma Gerlovina reflecting her conceptual approach to visual language and symbolism. The image features strong contrasts and a thoughtful composition that invites the viewer to engage with layered meanings beyond the surface.

A key figure in the Soviet Nonconformist and Sots Art movements, Gerlovina’s work often explores identity, metaphysics, and the role of language in perception. Her photography is known for its minimalist aesthetic paired with philosophical depth, bridging visual art and poetry in a uniquely personal voice.

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