“The Old Tower in the Snow,” created by Vincent van Gogh in 1885 in Nuenen, Netherlands, is an artwork rendered in chalk on paper. The piece belongs to the Realism movement and falls under the genre of sketches and studies.
The artwork depicts a tall, weathered tower amidst a snowy landscape, with the structure dominating the composition as it rises into the sky. Villages and small buildings accompany the tower, suggesting a serene, wintery rural scene. The background appears to show snowfall as indicated by the diagonal lines, which add texture and motion to the tranquil setting. The simplicity of the medium and technique highlights van Gogh’s early dedication to capturing the essence of everyday life and the quiet beauty of his surroundings.
