“Trunks of Trees with Ivy,” created by Vincent van Gogh in 1889 in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, France, exemplifies the Post-Impressionism movement. Rendered in oil on canvas, this landscape artwork measures 45 x 60 cm and is currently housed in the Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo, Netherlands.
The artwork depicts a tranquil forest scene with a focus on tree trunks enveloped by ivy. The composition showcases Van Gogh’s characteristic brushstrokes and vibrant color palette, dominated by various shades of green. The twisting forms of the tree trunks, cloaked in dense, leafy ivy, create an intricate interplay of light and shadow throughout the scene. The verdant undergrowth, painted in a rich tapestry of greens and yellows, further enhances the sense of lushness and vitality in the forest. Through dynamic and expressive brushwork, Van Gogh captures the vivid life of nature, inviting viewers into a serene, immersive experience of the woodland environment.
