Berglandschap nabij Horgheim before 1893

Paul Lange created this small landscape, ‘Berglandschap nabij Horgheim’ depicting mountains, a valley and two people. The lack of information about Lange invites us to think about the numerous artists whose lives and experiences have been largely erased from official art historical narratives. The two figures walking together become particularly resonant. Who are they? What is their relationship to this landscape? Are they travelers, locals, or figures symbolizing something more profound about our connection to nature? In terms of gender and identity, their ambiguity is potent, allowing for a broader contemplation on human presence and interaction with the natural world. The artwork operates as both a visual document of a specific place, and an open-ended exploration of the intersection between humanity and nature. Through its intimate scale and understated composition, this landscape becomes an invitation to reflect on untold stories and unrecognized perspectives.