Clematis vitalba c. 1900 - 1930

"Clematis vitalba," a photo by Richard Tepe, captures the delicate beauty of nature in a close-up view of the Clematis vitalba plant. The image focuses on the intricate details of the leaves and the small white flowers, creating a sense of depth and texture. This photo exemplifies Tepe's mastery of the pictorialist style, a photographic movement that sought to elevate photography to the level of fine art through soft focus, tonal gradations, and evocative imagery. The piece was likely created between 1900 and 1930 and is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.