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Barbara Kruger, Longer (We Will No Longer Be Seen and Not Heard), 1985

Barbara Kruger

Longer (We Will No Longer Be Seen and Not Heard), 1985
portfolio of 9 photolithographs (3 with screenprint and 1 with embossing) on wove paper
20 1/2 x 20 1/2 in
52.1 x 52.1 cm
Edition of 50
Series: 1980-
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Barbara Kruger's series We Will No Longer Be Seen and Not Heard, created in 1985, is a poignant exploration of voice, visibility, and power dynamics in society. This series consists...
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Barbara Kruger's series We Will No Longer Be Seen and Not Heard, created in 1985, is a poignant exploration of voice, visibility, and power dynamics in society. This series consists of a portfolio of lithographs that each assign a word from the title to an image, suggesting a vaguely recognizable sign language. The work emphasizes Kruger’s ongoing interest in challenging and "ruining certain representations" of hierarchical roles and societal norms.


The phrase "We will no longer be seen and not heard" encapsulates a demand for visibility and voice, particularly for marginalized groups who have historically been silenced or overlooked. By assigning each word to an individual image, Kruger invites viewers to piece together the message, prompting a contemplation of who the speaker might be and who is included in the collective "we."


This series exemplifies Kruger’s use of bold, declarative statements combined with powerful imagery to confront and critique societal structures. Her choice of words and images works to destabilize traditional power dynamics, challenging viewers to reconsider their own positions and the roles they play in perpetuating or dismantling these structures.


Kruger’s lithographs in this series maintain her signature style of juxtaposing text and imagery in a manner that is both visually striking and thought-provoking. The series continues her exploration of how language and visual culture intersect to shape perceptions and influence behavior. By using art to amplify voices that have been suppressed, Kruger underscores the importance of representation and the power of asserting one's presence in the face of systemic silence.

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