# Dismembered Doll Art Cindy Sherman's Dark Mannequin Use Explores Deep Issues By Christina Butty | Published 2009-07-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dismembered-doll-art-cindy-shermans-mannequin References: [cindysherman](http://www.cindysherman.com/art.shtml) Cindy Sherman is one of the most famous artists of the twentieth century. One of Cindy Sherman’s key themes is the role and [representation of women in society](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/women-carvers). These dismembered doll photos by Cindy Sherman are disturbing but significant. In many societies women face various struggles such as exploitation, abuse and other dark unpleasant topics that are hard to discuss and explore. By making art such as these dismembered doll photos, Cindy Sherman creates a discussion and acknowledges and documents the struggle. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Feminist Art:** Opportunity for artists to create art focusing on women's struggles and empowerment. - **Controversial Art:** Opportunity for artists to create provocative and thought-provoking art that delves into taboo topics. - **Conceptual Art:** Opportunity for artists to use art to express ideas and concepts, rather than just creating aesthetically pleasing pieces. ### Where This Applies - **Fine Art:** Fine art industry could explore and fund more feminist and controversial art, recognizing them as valuable contributions to art and society. - **Photography:** Photography industry could explore the use of dolls and mannequins in photography, as a way to express concepts and ideas in an interesting and unique way. - **Social Justice:** Social justice industry could use art as a way to raise awareness about women's struggles and empower women, using pieces like Cindy Sherman's Dismembered Doll Art as a starting point. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Anti-Gender Violence Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antigender-violence-campaign.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md) - [Intricate Fiber Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threadwork-women-redefining-fiber-arts.md) - [Boundary-Pushing Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/briony-douglas-1.md) - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Collectable Sculptural Doll Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inedible-doll.md) - [Surreal Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery.md) - [Pop Art Legend-Honoring Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami-1.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md)