Untitled (Photogenic) 1946 - 1955

Lotte Jacobi made this intriguing photogram, an image made without a camera, in the early 20th century. The image is dominated by the interplay of light and shadow. The flowing lines, like ribbons dancing, overlay a more structured, geometric form. The triangle at the base, a primal shape, evokes the pyramids of ancient Egypt. The triangle is a symbol of stability, enlightenment, and mystery. The flowing lines above seem to be an echo of the drapery. Like the drapery in Renaissance paintings, these lines carry with them the emotional weight of grief and suffering. Think of the veils worn during mourning, the way they conceal and yet reveal deep sorrow. This imagery is a powerful force, engaging viewers on a subconscious level. The veils resurface and evolve. Each repetition shifts in meaning, yet the connection to past iterations remains, like echoes in the collective consciousness.