Rubber Tree, Assam, India (Ficus Elastica)
1884
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1884
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a large tree with many roots and branches. The tree is in the center of the image, and its roots are spread out all around it. The roots are thick and twisted, and they look like they're growing up out of the ground. The tree is surrounded by other plants and trees, but it's the main focus of the painting. The artist has used a lot of detail to show the texture of the tree's bark and the way the light falls on it. The painting is very realistic, and it looks like a photograph. It's a great example of Impressionism and Realism. If you like this painting, you might also like the work of Charles T. Scowen.
