Twee microscoopopnamen van bederfbacteriën before 1885

This open book presents two microscope images of bacteria, crafted by Gustav Hauser. The stark contrast of black and white immediately captures the eye, with organic shapes floating within the geometric precision of circular frames. The composition adheres to a grid structure; the two circles placed above each other form a binary, each a study in positive and negative space. Notice how the dark masses interplay with the light voids, creating a tension that is both repulsive and fascinating. These elements are not merely representational; they challenge our understanding of scale and perception. In a semiotic sense, each shape acts as a signifier, hinting at larger systems of decay and transformation. The stark contrast and magnified view disrupt our conventional understanding of the visible world and highlight the unseen forces that shape our environment. The choice of monochrome further strips away any romanticism, inviting us to analyze the bare structure.