The quiver tree towers like a silent sculpture in the Namibian sky - ancient, stubborn and full of stories. This fascinating motif from the Quivertree Forest near Keetmanshoop reveals the magic of a landscape where time knows no hurry.
The quivertree - actually an aloe - symbolises survival under extreme conditions. Its branching silhouettes appear almost extraterrestrial and are reminiscent of drawings from times long past. In the light of the rising or setting sun, the trunks are transformed into golden columns that cast their shadows far into the desert.
This picture captures not only the beauty of a single tree, but the quiet grandeur of the entire region. It tells of heat, vastness, wind - and a deep, almost spiritual connection to nature.
A work of art for people with wanderlust, a sense of symbolism and a penchant for the extraordinary. Ideal for stylish living or work spaces that show character - this picture brings a piece of eternal desert directly to your wall.
I have brought back many photo impressions from my travels. So that you can also enjoy the impressive pictures, I offer selected photos here that can be printed on canvas, as posters, on acrylic glass and even more media. For more travel inspiration, visit my website.. Read more…