Although Le Violon d’Ingres might seem straightforward at first, it is anything but. The image depicts the famous model Alice Prin, also known as Kiki de Montparnasse, from behind wearing a turban and sitting on a piece of fabric. Her arms are drawn forward to accentuate her naked, curved back on which are two black f-holes that resemble those found on a violin. At first glance, Ray is objectifying de Montparnasse’s body as a musical instrument, showing the similarities between the curves...
