This collection explores the human form through the lens of American photographer Lynn Davis, focusing on the period between 1978 and 1985. Davis's approach, described by Rudy Wurlitzer as a 'pure celebration,' treats the body not as an object of fetishization but as a subject to be understood in relation to the whole. Her work engages with a classical tradition, aiming to imbue the body with a strength to withstand the passage of time and emptiness. The models' poses are abstract, often drawing from literary or anecdotal contexts, yet they convey energy in its purest form while retaining a palpable physical and erotic presence.

The works of Lynn Davis, as presented in 'Bodywork: 1978-1985,' are characterized by their classical approach to the human form, focusing on abstract representation and the conveyance of pure energy. The photographs are noted for their sculptor-like studies of the body, emphasizing form and line while retaining an erotic presence. This collection is likely to appeal to those interested in fine art photography and the study of the human body as a subject in classical artistic traditions. The emphasis on abstracting the body while maintaining its physical presence suggests a thoughtful and deliberate artistic vision.