Eendekooi 1900 - 1930

"Eendekooi" (Duck Decoy) is a black and white photograph by Dutch artist Richard Tepe, dating back to between 1900 and 1930. The image, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures a traditional duck decoy, a structure designed to attract waterfowl for hunting. The photograph, measuring 221 mm in height and 165 mm in width, showcases the decoy's construction and setting, highlighting the natural environment it was meant to blend into. Tepe's work often focused on capturing the beauty of the Dutch landscape and its traditions. This image is a testament to his skill in capturing the details of everyday life.