A Cedar Tree
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a large cedar tree with a wide trunk and sprawling branches. The tree is set against a backdrop of a cloudy sky and a grassy field. The artist has used a range of greens to depict the foliage of the tree, from light to dark. The trunk of the tree is a warm brown color. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the painting a sense of movement and energy. The style of the painting is reminiscent of Impressionism, with its emphasis on capturing the fleeting effects of light and color. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to look up the Impressionism movement.