Oude brug over de Moezel bij Koblenz, Duitsland 1859 - 1875

This photograph, by Theodor Creifelds, captures an old bridge over the Moselle River near Koblenz. Dominating the scene, the bridge itself is an archetypal symbol of connection and transition. But consider the arch, a form that echoes through time. We find it in ancient Roman aqueducts, symbols of imperial power and engineering prowess, and in the soaring vaults of Gothic cathedrals, reaching towards the divine. Here, in this more mundane setting, the arches of the bridge invite us to reflect on how such forms carry within them layers of cultural memory. The bridge, as a motif, speaks to our longing for connection, for overcoming obstacles, and for traversing the waters of the unknown. It has surfaced time and again, evolving and accumulating new layers of meaning. It is a powerful reminder of our shared human desire to connect, to build, and to overcome the divides that separate us.