Gezicht op de koorbanken in de Sint-Janskathedraal te Den Bosch 1890 - 1920

This photograph shows the choir stalls of St. John's Cathedral in Den Bosch, captured by an anonymous photographer, sometime in the past. It's all about the subtle gradations of light and shadow, isn't it? The grayscale palette emphasizes the texture of the stone and wood, making you feel like you could reach out and touch the intricate carvings. Look closely at the arches framing the windows, those are key to the photograph as a whole. They create a rhythm, a sense of depth that draws you into the space. You can almost hear the echoes of voices, the rustle of robes. It's not just a picture of a place; it's a portal to another time. This photograph reminds me of the precision and dedication of Bernd and Hilla Becher, who photographed industrial structures with such care. Like them, this anonymous photographer invites us to appreciate the beauty in the everyday, the extraordinary in the ordinary.