“The Wood On Its Head” is a notable artwork created by Georg Baselitz in 1969. This oil on canvas painting belongs to the Neo-Expressionism art movement and is categorized as a figurative genre piece. The artwork is part of the collection at Museum Ludwig in Cologne, Germany.
The artwork portrays a poignant scene featuring tree stumps and fragments of tree branches in an abstract manner. The dark, robust strokes that delineate the tree trunks and branches contrast starkly against the softer, muted blues and grays of the background. The composition emphasizes the raw, natural structures through its bold texture and expressive brushwork. The somber yet dynamic depiction of the wood elements reflects Baselitz’s distinctive style and his exploration of the human condition through neo-expressionist techniques.