Appels c. 1920

"Appels" (c. 1920) by Richard Tepe is a striking still life photograph depicting five apples, some with their peels partially removed, arranged on a dark surface. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the sharp focus and subtle variations in texture, from the smooth skin of the intact apples to the wrinkled peels. Tepe's work is often characterized by its emphasis on natural forms and the interplay of light and shadow. This photograph, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies his ability to elevate everyday objects to a level of artistic significance.