Erinnerungsspur--Statische Vibration (Memory's Trace--Static Vibration) Possibly 1978 - 1979

Dieter Appelt's "Erinnerungsspur--Statische Vibration" (Memory's Trace--Static Vibration), a black and white photograph from the late 1970s, showcases a pair of hands encased in a thick, gnarled, and intertwined mass of roots. The composition is stark, with only the hands and their binding roots in focus against a dark, undefined background. The contrast highlights the intricate details of the roots, mimicking the complex network of veins in the hands, creating a haunting and visceral image that suggests a connection between the human body and the natural world.