Trechterzwam bij Het Loo in Apeldoorn c. 1900 - 1930

"Trechterzwam bij Het Loo in Apeldoorn" (c. 1900-1930) is a striking photographic print by Dutch artist Richard Tepe (1864-1952). The image depicts a cluster of mushrooms, known as "funnel cap" mushrooms, lying on the forest floor at Het Loo Palace in Apeldoorn, Netherlands. Tepe's photograph captures the subtle beauty of these delicate fungi, emphasizing their intricate forms and textures through the use of light and shadow. The image is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection. This work exemplifies Tepe's interest in natural beauty and his mastery of photographic technique, creating a captivating image that bridges the realms of art and nature.