Isabel Wachenheimer staand voor een bergpartij, Davos, 30 juli 1946 Possibly 1946 - 1947

This photo, taken in Davos in 1946 by an anonymous artist, captures a moment in time with a simple, straightforward eye. I imagine the photographer, maybe a friend or family member, carefully framing Isabel against the backdrop of the mountains, thinking about light and composition, but mostly wanting to preserve a memory. The tones are soft, almost muted, which gives a sense of gentle nostalgia, like looking through an old photo album. There's a casualness to the pose. Isabel looks directly at the camera, confident but not showy. You can see a hint of a smile playing on her lips, as if she knows a secret. Maybe the photographer said something funny right before snapping the picture. It’s a reminder that art isn’t just about grand statements, but also about quiet observations and personal connections. And how photography, like painting, can be a way of freezing a moment, preserving a feeling, and sharing it with others, across time.