Leaning tree (1923 – 1924; Cagnes-sur-Mer, France) by Chaim Soutine

Leaning tree - Chaim Soutine - 1923 - 1924; Cagnes-sur-Mer, France

Artwork Information

TitleLeaning tree
ArtistChaim Soutine
Date1923 - 1924; Cagnes-sur-Mer, France
Current LocationMusée de l'Orangerie, Paris, France

About Leaning tree

The artwork titled “Leaning tree” by Chaim Soutine, created between 1923 and 1924 in Cagnes-sur-Mer, France, is a landscape painting currently housed in the Musée de l’Orangerie in Paris, France.

The artwork vividly captures a dramatic and dynamic landscape scene characterized by swirling, vibrant brushstrokes and a bold use of color. The central focus appears to be a leaning tree, depicted with exaggerated, almost turbulent motion that engulfs the surrounding environment. The composition includes a cluster of buildings with red-tiled roofs that seem to be caught in the same swirling motion, creating a sense of chaos and movement throughout the scene. The vivid greens of the foliage and the rich, earthy tones of the buildings combine to convey a sense of vitality and intensity. Soutine’s expressive technique and the emotional energy imbued within the artwork are emblematic of his distinctive style.

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