Sebastian Magnani’s After Work – Cat’s Escape (2023, Archival Pigment Print) portrays Catwoman in a moment of quiet repose, seated in a sleek, wood-paneled bar with a glass of milk in hand. Dressed in her glossy black latex suit, she sips through a straw with an expression that hovers between nonchalance and self-indulgence. The minimalist setting, softened by the warm glow of the wall light and the presence of a leafy plant, contrasts with the sharp, theatrical presence of the figure, lending the image a cinematic calm.

The title, After Work, playfully reframes Catwoman’s character: rather than prowling rooftops or plotting heists, she is presented in a state of downtime, enjoying an everyday ritual. Magnani’s approach humanizes the icon without diminishing her mystique, revealing the tension between performance and authenticity. By situating Catwoman in this unexpected environment, the artist collapses the boundary between fantasy and reality, recasting the notorious femme fatale as an ordinary figure in extraordinary attire, caught in a moment of disarming simplicity.