Schapen en lammeren 1900 - 1930

"Schapen en lammeren" (Sheep and Lambs) is a black and white photograph by Dutch photographer Richard Tepe, capturing a simple yet poignant scene of farm life. Taken between 1900 and 1930, the image showcases two ewes and three lambs in a rural setting. The photograph's intimate composition, focused on the animals within a seemingly fenced-in area, emphasizes the bond between the mother sheep and their young. Tepe's keen eye for detail is evident in the texture of the sheep's wool, the rough ground, and the subtle interplay of light and shadow. The photograph is a beautiful example of Tepe's keen observation of everyday life and his ability to find beauty in the ordinary. This photograph is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam.