Tree, Forest of Fontainebleau c. 1856

"Tree, Forest of Fontainebleau" is a striking salted paper print by Gustave Le Gray, showcasing the beauty of a singular tree amidst a woodland. The image, dated c. 1856, depicts the distinctive form of a gnarled, twisting tree trunk in the foreground, its branches reaching up towards the light filtering through the foliage. Le Gray's masterful use of light and shadow emphasizes the textural details of the bark and leaves. This photograph exemplifies Le Gray's contributions to landscape photography and his interest in the beauty of nature, particularly the forests of Fontainebleau, France.