The view through the fence in Bünde! by Momentaufnahme | Marius Ahlers

About "The view through the fence in Bünde!"

by Momentaufnahme | Marius Ahlers

About the artwork

This vibrant colour photo captures the curiosity and charm of a small Highland cow in an impressive way. At the centre of the picture is the young cow, which has poked its head through a barbed wire fence and is looking directly into the camera with a curious gaze and wide-open eyes. The animal's soft, dense fur shimmers in warm, rich brown tones and stands out clearly against the cool green of the surroundings. You can also recognise mud and water in the fur, which is also clearly visible on the face. The barbed wire that marks the foreground of the picture lends the scene a certain tension and at the same time symbolises the boundaries between nature and human containment.

The colour palette of the picture is intense and lively: The warm brown tones of the fur harmonise perfectly with the lush green of the grass and the cool blue tones of the sky. The rich colouring enhances the naturalness of the scene and brings out the textures of the surroundings and the fur to impressive effect.

This composition tells a story of light-heartedness and joie de vivre. The young cow's direct gaze lends the picture a certain closeness and connection with the viewer and captures a moment of childlike curiosity, while the blurred, grazing cattle in the background reflect the peace and security of this rural environment. An enchanting yet powerful image that celebrates the beauty and gentleness of life in nature in all its facets.