Caphalaria
1928
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1928
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a close-up of a single artichoke bud. The spiky leaves form tight rows around the top, all in shades of gray and white. The background is plain and dark, making the texture stand out. Karl Blossfeldt took photos like this to study plant shapes. He focused on details most people miss. Check out Blossfeldt, Karl for more plant close-ups.
