The artwork, titled “Solitary Tree,” was created by Caspar David Friedrich in 1822. It is a landscape painting that belongs to the Romanticism art movement and is currently housed in the Alte Nationalgalerie in Berlin, Germany.
The artwork depicts a solitary, ancient tree standing prominently in the foreground of an expansive, serene landscape. The tree’s gnarled branches appear both robust and fragile, symbolizing the endurance and beauty of nature. Surrounding the tree is a lush, green meadow, which is interspersed with small pools of water reflecting the sky. In the distance, a range of gentle, rolling mountains stretches towards the horizon, under a sky filled with soft, diffused light. The hues and shades employed in the painting suggest a peaceful yet poignant atmosphere, capturing both the grandeur and solitude of the natural world. Friedrich’s mastery in rendering atmospheric effects and his attention to detail imbue the scene with a profound sense of tranquility and timelessness.
