Brug over water in bos omgeving 1913

Geldolph Adriaan Kessler created this image of a bridge over water in a forest at an unknown date, using photographic paper. I can imagine Kessler, out in the serene landscape, composing his shot, thinking about light and shadow. The tones here are muted, almost dreamlike. The bridge, a horizontal stroke, cuts across the soft verticals of the trees, inviting us to cross over to the other side, whatever that may be. I imagine Kessler was intrigued by the reflections in the water and the way the light filtered through the leaves, creating patterns and textures. I wonder if he saw photography as a way of capturing the fleeting beauty of nature or perhaps as a means of exploring his inner world. Painters, photographers, sculptors - we're all in conversation, you know? Kessler's image reminds me of Constable's landscapes, that same attention to detail and light. Ultimately, this photograph invites us to slow down, breathe, and appreciate the quiet beauty of the natural world.