Expositie van Duitse jachtobjecten tijdens de wereldtentoonstelling te Antwerpen 1894

Th. Lantin captured this photograph of the German hunting exhibit at the Antwerp World Fair. The composition is densely packed, inviting us to explore its layers and textures. Notice how the space is crammed with hunting trophies, equipment, and decorative items, creating a tableau of controlled wilderness. The formal arrangement of objects—antlers mounted on walls, ornate rifles displayed in cases, and hunting vehicles positioned in the foreground—speaks to a structured and curated view of nature. This exhibit attempts to present hunting not merely as a primal activity but as a civilized pursuit. The use of black and white emphasizes the textures and forms, highlighting the contrast between organic materials and manufactured objects. Consider how the photograph, as a medium, captures and frames this controlled chaos. The artist invites us to think about how humans categorize and display their relationship with the natural world. This image challenges us to reconsider what we value, preserve, and exhibit.