Rotsen aan de kust van Maine before 1890

This photograph shows rocks on the coast of Maine, its creator remains anonymous. Here, the rocks emerge as silent witnesses, their rugged forms embodying endurance, strength, and a primordial connection to the earth. Rocks and mountains have long been imbued with symbolic weight across cultures. Consider the ancient Greek myths, where Mount Olympus was the home of the gods, or the biblical stories of Moses receiving the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai. In these instances, the elevation and permanence of rock formations convey a sense of the divine, eternal power, and unyielding truth. This powerful symbol of nature’s strength resurfaces, evolving and taking on new meanings in different historical contexts. It engages viewers on a deep, subconscious level.