Man werkt met vloeistoffen in trechters 1900 - 1920

This photograph, titled 'Man werkt met vloeistoffen in trechters', made by G. Hidderley, feels like a quiet observation of someone deeply engrossed in their process. There's a gentle stillness to it, captured in a way that makes you feel like you're peering into a private world. The textures in this image are so compelling, especially the graininess of the photograph itself, which gives a tactile quality. You can almost feel the smooth glass of the funnels and bottles, the rough tweed of the man's jacket. The lighting is muted, casting soft shadows that add depth. It makes you wonder about the physical act of taking this photograph, the set up, and the patience required. There's a certain intimacy that reminds me of some of Gerhard Richter’s blurry photographs. It's as if Hidderley is inviting us to consider the beauty in the everyday, the poetry in the mundane. Art, like science, is a constant experiment, an ongoing process of discovery, and this image captures that spirit so beautifully.