Flaking Collection

St. Mary Magdalene (painted plaster)
3469439 St. Mary Magdalene (painted plaster) by Jubert, Jacques (16th century); Eglise Saint-Ayoul de Provins, Ile-de-France, Seine-et-Marne, France; (add.info.: Calvaire (Depoloration)

St. Mary Magdalene (painted plaster)
3469437 St. Mary Magdalene (painted plaster) by Jubert, Jacques (16th century); Eglise Saint-Ayoul de Provins, Ile-de-France, Seine-et-Marne, France; (add.info.: Calvaire (Depoloration)

The art of flint making, c. 1920 (litho)
1122868 The art of flint making, c.1920 (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hutchinsons History of the Nations published by Hutchinson & Co)

The number ten on crumbling plaster

Facade with flaking paint, Krems, Lower Austria, Austria, Europe

Window, facade with flaking paint, Krems, Lower Austria, Austria, Europe

Flaking salmon fillet with fork, close-up

Arbutus tree. These trees have red flaking bark and edible red berries. Photographed in March in Parksville, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Lead paint C016 / 4472
Lead paint. Close-up photograph of a window sill showing old layers of paint that contain lead. Lead pigments were a common ingredient in white, yellow, red and orange paints

Lead paint C016 / 4473
Lead paint. Close-up photograph of a window sill showing old layers of paint that contain lead. Lead pigments were a common ingredient in white, yellow, red and orange paints

Eczema, SEM
Eczema, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Eczema is a form of dermatitis or inflammation of the upper layers of the skin

Psoriasis, conceptual artwork
Psoriasis. Conceptual computer artwork of flaky spheres, representing the skin condition psoriasis. In psoriasis, skin cells are produced much faster than normal

Scaly skin
Psoriasis. Artwork comparing two sections through human skin: healthy skin (left) and skin affected by psoriasis (right). Psoriasis is the presence of scaly lesions on the skin

Abandoned wheelbarrow, overgrown with garden plants. Photographed in England

Eyelash, SEM
Eyelash, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Eyelashes are hairs that grow from the eyelids. They are sensitive to being touched, providing a warning that an object is near the eye

Madrone tree bark
Madrone tree (Arbutus sp.) with the peeling bark that is characteristic of these trees. It is found in western North America. Photographed in British Columbia, Canada

Madrone tree (Arbutus sp.). This evergreen tree, also known as the strawberry tree due to its red edible berries, has a characteristic peeling bark

The House of the Ancient Hunt, Pompeii, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Campania, Italy, Europe

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"Unveiling the Beauty Within: The Art of Flaking" In a world filled with imperfections, flaking takes on a whole new meaning. From the delicate strokes of St. Mary Magdalene's painted plaster to the intricate patterns of flint making lithographs from 1920, we witness the artistry in decay. Journeying to Ukraine, Feodosiya reveals its hidden gem - Mufti-Jami Mosque. Its weathered exterior tells tales of time and history through layers upon layers paint. As we gaze upon this architectural wonder, we can't help but marvel at how even deterioration holds an undeniable charm. The number ten etched onto crumbling plaster serves as a reminder that beauty can be found amidst decay, and is in these moments that we learn to appreciate the fleeting nature of life and embrace our own vulnerabilities. Krems, Lower Austria beckons us with its facades adorned with peeling paint. Each window frame tells stories untold, whispering secrets only those who truly observe can hear. In this picturesque European town lies a lesson - sometimes it is in letting go that true beauty emerges. A close-up shot captures a fork delicately separating flakes from a salmon fillet; it reminds us that even something as mundane as food can possess elegance when observed closely enough. And then there are arbutus trees - their bark gracefully shedding like autumn leaves dancing in the wind. These majestic beings teach us about resilience and embracing change while maintaining an unyielding spirit rooted deep within their core. Flaking may seem like mere deterioration at first glance, but beneath its surface lies stories waiting to be told and lessons yearning to be learned. It invites us to see beyond what meets the eye and discover beauty where others might overlook it – reminding us that even in decay, there is always room for growth and renewal.