Identity will change - forever.
Cindy Sherman, known for her self-portrait photographs, continues to change the narrative of identity and self, engaging with the aesthetic and symbolic languages of art and fame. Her work highlights the complicated nature of identity and the world around us. Insuring art by Cindy Sherman is more than a need, it is a must. Safeguarding these art pieces against theft, loss, and damage ensures Cindy's work is carried on for generations.
What does Cindy Sherman Art Insurance Cover?
Cindy Sherman is a pioneering figure in contemporary photography, renowned for her transformative self-portraits that interrogate identity, gender, and representation. Emerging in the late 1970s, Sherman has continually challenged the boundaries between subject and object, artist and model, using herself as a canvas to embody countless personas drawn from film, advertising, and art history. Her work is both a critique of visual culture and a meditation on the constructed nature of identity, making her one of the most influential conceptual artists of her generation. With a single lens and a shifting array of costumes, wigs, and expressions, Sherman reshapes our understanding of the photographic image as truth.
Key Works from the Cindy Sherman Collection:
Untitled Film Stills:
Sherman's Untitled Film Stills series (1977–1980) is among her most iconic and widely acclaimed bodies of work. Comprising 70 black-and-white photographs, the series presents Sherman in carefully staged scenes reminiscent of mid-century film stills. Each image evokes a familiar female character—the ingénue, the housewife, the femme fatale—yet none are based on actual films. Instead, Sherman uses cinematic tropes to deconstruct stereotypes and explore the performative nature of femininity. The series marked a radical shift in contemporary photography and remains a cornerstone of feminist and conceptual art.
Untitled #96:
Part of her Centerfolds series from the early 1980s, Untitled #96 portrays Sherman as a young woman lying on the floor, clutching a newspaper clipping. With its subdued colour palette and ambiguous narrative, the image evokes vulnerability and introspection while simultaneously challenging the viewer’s gaze. Untitled #96 became one of Sherman’s most recognisable and valuable works, notable not only for its emotional depth but also for how it reclaims the format of centre-spread imagery to comment on societal expectations of women. It is a masterwork of psychological complexity and visual storytelling.
Our bespoke insurance ensures your Cindy Sherman photographs are fully protected. Whether you own a seminal Untitled Film Still or a highly sought-after edition like Untitled #96, we offer tailored coverage that preserves the your art and its legacy.
Who is Cindy Sherman Art Insurance for?
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Our claims process is designed to be straightforward and stress-free. In the event of a claim, simply contact our dedicated team, and we’ll guide you through every step to ensure a smooth and efficient experience.How big does my collection have to be?
To qualify for coverage, your collection should include three or more items. Our policies are tailored for collectors, whether you’re just starting out or have an extensive collection.Can I insure different types of items under one policy?
Yes users can insure multiple items on one policy from different categories.Is there a discount if I reccommend friends or family?
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