Landschaft mit Gewässer und Anglern, in der Ferne geht Regen nieder 

Franz Kobell captured this landscape with ink, showing a storm descending upon fishermen. The landscape, especially water, has long held symbolic significance. Water, with its capacity to both nurture and destroy, symbolizes the subconscious—that deep, often turbulent realm of our inner selves. Consider the deluge in ancient myths, symbolizing purification and rebirth. Here, the impending rain carries that echo, suggesting a moment of cleansing or transformation. The fishermen, figures of patience and quietude, stand in contrast to the tempestuous sky. Their act of angling is not merely a pastime, but a meditative pursuit, a connection to the rhythms of nature. Such images recur across time and cultures, from Chinese ink wash paintings to Romantic-era landscapes. These artistic traditions use the landscape as a mirror to the soul, reflecting our fears, hopes, and the eternal cycle of renewal.