Aubrey Fagon "Silenced" - Limited Edition Giclée print

Silenced
London, 17 December 2022

Limited Edition — Just 1 Print Remaining

A woman stands with tape covering her mouth during a London demonstration held in solidarity with Iran’s Woman, Life, Freedom movement. Simple yet arresting, the gesture transforms the body into a symbol of protest, reflecting the suppression of women’s voices and the broader silencing of dissent that became central themes of the movement following the death of Mahsa Amini.

Photographed amid a global wave of demonstrations, the image captures both vulnerability and resolve. The tape conceals speech, yet its presence communicates with unmistakable clarity, creating a powerful visual paradox in which silence itself becomes a form of expression. Through this tension, the photograph speaks to questions of freedom, bodily autonomy, and the enduring struggle to be heard in the face of repression.

Balancing intimacy with political symbolism, the work stands as both a document of a historic movement and a broader reflection on the relationship between voice, identity, and resistance.

This artwork is produced as a museum-quality archival Giclée print on premium fine art paper, chosen for its exceptional tonal range, sharp detail reproduction, and elegant matte finish. The paper’s subtle texture enhances depth and atmosphere while ensuring outstanding archival permanence.

Created entirely through traditional photographic practice, the image has been photographed, edited, and produced without the use of artificial intelligence at any stage.

Edition Details

• Limited Edition of 20

• Print Number: 3/20

• Individually signed in pencil on the reverse

• Minimum 15mm white border

Dimensions A2: 42.0 × 59.4 cm (16.5 × 23.4 inches)