Lake George 1922 - 1923

Alfred Stieglitz captured this photograph, "Lake George," immortalizing the serene landscape with his camera. The stark contrast between the dark, silhouetted earth and the luminous sky evokes a sense of primal drama. Notice how the clouds billow and swirl, their forms echoing the serpent, a motif laden with meaning across cultures. From the ouroboros, symbolizing eternity, to the tempter in the Garden of Eden, the serpent embodies both creation and destruction. Consider, too, how the serpent appears in ancient Greek mythology, often entwined around the caduceus, a symbol of healing and medicine. Here, in Stieglitz's photograph, the serpent of clouds looms overhead, perhaps stirring deep-seated fears or hinting at nature's dual capacity to nurture and overwhelm. The image engages us on a subconscious level, tapping into collective memories and primal anxieties. The serpent, therefore, persists as a potent symbol, constantly evolving yet forever tethered to its ancient roots.