Zwartwordende bovist c. 1900 - 1930

"Zwartwordende bovist" is a photograph by Dutch photographer Richard Tepe, depicting two puffballs, likely *Lycoperdon perlatum* (common puffball), in a natural setting. Taken sometime between 1900 and 1930, the photograph captures the detail of the puffballs' surfaces, highlighting Tepe's interest in nature. The composition, with the puffballs positioned centrally against a backdrop of dry foliage, emphasizes their unique forms. This photograph is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcasing Tepe's contributions to the development of nature photography in the Netherlands.