“Garden in Yalta. Cypress trees,” created by Isaac Levitan in 1886 in Feodosiya, Crimea, Ukraine, exemplifies the Impressionism art movement and belongs to the landscape genre.
The artwork captures a serene garden landscape with a blend of bare and evergreen trees, including prominent cypress trees that draw the viewer’s eye towards the horizon. The artist deftly employs subdued earthy tones to depict the pathways, foliage, and surrounding greenery, creating a peaceful atmosphere. In the background, the muted hues of the sky and distant water body enhance the tranquil and contemplative quality of the scene. The overall composition showcases Levitan’s adept ability to convey the subtleties of natural light and texture, epitomizing the characteristics of Impressionist landscape painting.
