Acer rufinerve
1928
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1928
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image is a black and white photograph of a plant with two seed pods. The seed pods are shaped like leaves and have a rough texture. They are attached to a long, thin stem that splits into two branches, each with a seed pod at the end. The seed pods are open, revealing the seeds inside. The seeds are small and round, and they are clustered together in the center of the pod. The stem and branches are smooth and have a slightly lighter color than the seed pods. The photograph is taken from a close-up perspective, focusing on the details of the plant. The background is a plain, light-colored surface that helps to highlight the texture and shape of the seed pods and stem. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this photograph, you might want to look up Blossfeldt, Karl.