Angelus Senex
Angelus Senex
This black-and-white photograph, part of the Fragments of Light and Shadow collection, captures an aged angel statue from the cemetery in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala. Weathered and covered with marks of time, the statue exudes a powerful sense of endurance and silent wisdom. The angel's solemn expression and contemplative pose reflect both resilience and melancholy, evoking themes of mortality and remembrance. The interplay of light and shadow enhances the statue’s textures, from the aged stone to the intricate folds of the robe, imbuing this image with a timeless, haunting beauty.