Birch Tree in a Landscape

Paula Modersohn-Becker

Created:

Movement:

1903

Expressionism

key Notes:

Nature's Solitude, Expressive Brushwork

Dimensions:

24 1/4 x 19 1/4 in. (61.6 x 48.9 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Master

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story of the work:

"Birch Tree in a Landscape," created by Paula Modersohn-Becker in 1903, exemplifies her innovative approach to landscape painting, characterized by bold colors and expressive brushwork. This work reflects her engagement with the natural environment and her role in the early 20th-century Expressionist movement, contributing to the broader discourse on the representation of nature in art.

Description of the work:

"Birch Tree in a Landscape," painted by Paula Modersohn-Becker, features a prominent birch tree rendered with expressive brushwork, set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a vibrant sky. The composition is characterized by a harmonious interplay of color and form, with the tree's white bark contrasting against the lush greens and earthy tones of the surrounding landscape.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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