Old Olive Trees, Bordighera

Old Olive Trees, Bordighera

Edwin Bale

1860

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a quiet beach scene with three twisted olive trees in the foreground. Their gnarled branches stretch out over a rocky shore, while the background fades into a calm blue sea and distant hills. The colors are soft—dry earth tones, deep greens, and a pale sky. The artist used loose, quick brushstrokes to capture light and shadow, giving the scene a fresh, natural feel. The trees’ rough texture stands out against the smooth water and sky. Check out Impressionism for more paintings like this one.

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