“Peach Trees in Blossom,” painted by Vincent van Gogh in 1889 in France, is an exemplary work of the Post-Impressionism movement. Executed in oil on canvas, this landscape artwork measures 65 x 81 cm and is housed at the Courtauld Institute of Art in London, UK.
The artwork vividly portrays a bucolic scene dominated by a row of blossoming peach trees. Van Gogh’s characteristic, expressive brushstrokes bring a sense of vibrancy and movement to the trees, which are delineated with thick, impasto technique. The composition is meticulously structured with a foreground fence leading the viewer’s eye into the middle and background, showcasing fields and quaint farmhouses. The sky, rendered in swirling patterns of pastel hues, harmonizes with the bluish tones of the distant mountains, creating a sense of depth and tranquility. This landscape emanates a serene ambiance, capturing the fleeting beauty of springtime in the French countryside.
