Lisbeth Salander
Post 9/11, Stein was unable to return to her Tribeca studio or make sculpture for a year. When she returned to making art, her new sculptures were figurative and symbolized protection. Begun in 2002, The Knights of Protection series was her earliest shield-like forms made of mixed media and hung on the wall. Later "Knights" became more figurative and included images of Wonder Woman, Princess Mononoke, Lady Gaga, Lisbeth Salander, Storm, and Guanyin. Reference image right: "Knight of Tomorrow 582"