Fotoreproducties van 25 schilderijen van dieren before 1885

Here is a collection of photographic reproductions of twenty-five paintings of animals assembled by Erche & Co. Consider how these images served as a conduit, mediating human relationships with the natural world. In the absence of the ability to encounter these animals directly, these images stand in for them. It is important to think about the role of these images during a time of burgeoning industrialization, urbanization, and colonialism. Consider whether these images evoke feelings of stewardship or domination. Perhaps they were intended to foster appreciation and understanding. Yet, it is equally possible that they may have perpetuated a sense of human dominance over nature. It makes me wonder about the complex dynamics of control, knowledge, and representation. It would be good to consider how these animal images reflect broader societal attitudes towards nature, and how they shape our understanding of our place within the environment.