Who painted Landscape with Trees?

Landscape with Trees was painted by Paul Cezanne in 1896.

Where can I see Landscape with Trees?

Landscape with Trees is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Landscape with Trees?

Landscape with Trees is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Landscape with Trees

Paul Cezanne , 1896

Landscape with Trees is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist Paul Cezanne. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This graphite drawing on wove paper, titled Landscape with Trees, is a work by the French artist Paul Cezanne, dated to 1896.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a natural scene focusing on trees within a landscape, characteristic of Cezanne's exploration of the relationship between natural forms and geometric structure.

Technique & Style

Executed in graphite, the work showcases Cezanne's mastery of tonal variation and line work, hinting at his transition towards more expressive and abstracted forms that would influence early 20th-century art.

History & Provenance

Created in 1896, this piece falls within Cezanne's later period, marked by intensified studies of landscape and form. Provenance details are not specified in available information.

Context

Landscape with Trees reflects Cezanne's ongoing engagement with the Provençal landscape, often painting and drawing near his hometown of Aix-en-Provence, where the natural scenery deeply influenced his artistic development.

Legacy

As part of Cezanne's oeuvre, this drawing contributes to his legacy as a pivotal figure in the transition from 19th-century naturalism to 20th-century modernism, particularly in the development of Cubism.