White Rhinoceros, Chester, England 1990

"White Rhinoceros, Chester, England" is a 1990 photograph by German artist Volker Seding (1943-2007). The image captures a solitary white rhinoceros in its enclosure at Chester Zoo. The animal appears to be resting in a bed of straw, with the harsh, industrial lighting and concrete walls creating a stark contrast to the rhinoceros's massive, gray form. Seding's work often focused on the relationship between humans and animals, and this photograph is a powerful example of his ability to capture the isolation and confinement of captive animals.