“Lumbering,” created by Tom Roberts in 1894, is an animal painting belonging to the Impressionism art movement. The artwork captures a scene of oxen laboring to transport a large log through a sunlit landscape. The color palette is dominated by warm, earthy tones, evoking a sense of the Australian bush environment. The impressionistic technique is evident in the loose brushstrokes and light, airy feel, which convey the atmosphere more than precise details. The composition features a contrast between the stillness of the forest and the dynamic motion of the oxen and logs, effectively exemplifying both the theme of labor and the harmony with nature.
