Echinopsis Blüte (Echinopsis Blossom) c. 1927

"Echinopsis Blüte" (Echinopsis Blossom), a 1927 photograph by Albert Renger-Patzsch, exemplifies the artist’s renowned New Objectivity style. Known for his precise and detailed images of everyday objects, Renger-Patzsch captures the delicate beauty of a blooming echinopsis cactus. The black and white image highlights the flower’s intricate form and texture, creating a sense of both beauty and scientific precision. The photograph's starkness emphasizes the flower's pure form, making it a powerful example of the New Objectivity movement.