This striking black and white photograph features a dramatic composition created by bold horizontal black stripes that wrap across a light gray background. The stripes create a fragmented effect, with the contrast particularly emphasized around piercing eyes that emerge from between the dark bands. The composition is minimal yet powerful, with the subject positioned centrally against a plain backdrop. The title "Stripped No. 4" plays on both the literal striped pattern and perhaps a metaphorical stripping away of layers. The high contrast and sharp geometric lines create a sense of mystery and intrigue, while the stark simplicity of the black and white palette enhances the graphic impact of the piece.