Spierkruid in bloei c. 1900 - 1930

"Spierkruid in bloei" (meaning "Meadowsweet in bloom"), created between 1900 and 1930, is a striking photograph by Dutch artist Richard Tepe (1864-1952), currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. Tepe captures a delicate bouquet of white meadowsweet flowers in a clear vase, their feathery blooms cascading down. The image is characterized by a soft, sepia tone, creating a timeless and elegant aesthetic. This photographic study of floral arrangement highlights Tepe's keen eye for detail and sensitivity to natural beauty.