
Hamamelis japonica
A striking close-up photograph of a Japanese witch hazel plant captured in Blossfeldt's signature botanical study style, revealing the intricate structural details of the plant's delicate, thread-like petals and angular branching forms. The gelatin silver print renders the organic subject in rich tonal contrasts of black, white, and grey, transforming the natural specimen into something that appears almost architectural or sculptural. Blossfeldt's precise, scientific approach elevates the humble plant into a work of extraordinary formal beauty, emphasizing nature's inherent geometric elegance.
- Medium
- Gelatin silver print.
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
Photographs
November 7, 2013
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