Gedeelte van de walmuur te Venlo 1905

This photograph, *Gedeelte van de walmuur te Venlo*, by an anonymous photographer, probably captures a segment of the city wall in Venlo with a large format camera. The sepia tone is consistent, which suggests a very specific time and method. The light is diffused, creating soft shadows and muted contrasts. Close up you can see the rough texture of the brickwork, the uneven surfaces and eroded edges, each telling a story of time and weather. I love how a simple shift in light reveals hidden aspects and emphasizes the texture, almost as if the wall is breathing! The horizontal composition of the wall invites your eye to travel along the length of the building, each window offering a glimpse into the lives and stories contained within. It reminds me a little bit of the way that Bernd and Hilla Becher photographed industrial structures, systematically documenting their forms and textures with a similar objective gaze. The beauty of art lies in its ability to evoke a sense of timelessness, where the past and present intertwine, inviting us to reflect on the ongoing dialogue between history and experience.