Groepsfoto op de tennisclub 1925 - 1927

This small black and white photograph captures a group of tennis players at their club. It's interesting how the absence of color can sometimes reveal more about form and texture. Look at the way the light falls on their clothing, creating subtle variations in tone. The surface of the photograph itself has a slightly aged quality, with fine lines and subtle imperfections that add to its charm. You can almost feel the graininess of the paper and the smoothness of the emulsion. I find myself drawn to the contrast between the crisp lines of the tennis rackets and the softer edges of the figures. The way they stand together, each with their own distinct pose and expression, creates a sense of camaraderie and individuality. Art, like tennis, is often a game of skill and chance, where every stroke counts. Thinking about how this image has lasted is a nod to artists like Gerhard Richter, who similarly explore found images. Ultimately, art is an ongoing conversation, a dialogue between past and present, where meanings are always shifting and evolving.