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In this ink work, a plain sheet of paper becomes a canvas for unfiltered expression. At the centre, a woman reclines on her back, her legs spread wide, clad in knee-high black stockings. Her face wears a blank expression while her hands engage in provocative gestures, challenging what is expected of her. Altaf suggestively draws a bare leg at the top of the paper. On the right is a grimacing face, likely the same woman’s. The overall composition suggests an experimental practice sheet, showcasing various iterations to convey an image and idea. The work explores the realms of sexuality and gender, offering agency to the woman and inviting viewers to confront their own preconceptions.