Cypress trees 1902

Anna Ostroumova-Lebedeva's "Cypress Trees" is a striking woodcut print from 1902. The image features a stark black-and-white composition, with tall cypress trees dominating the foreground, creating a sense of depth and mystery. The trees are depicted in a simplified, almost abstract style, their silhouettes dominating the landscape. The central staircase leads the viewer's eye upward, creating a sense of movement and a feeling of ascension. This woodcut, like much of Ostroumova-Lebedeva's work, demonstrates her mastery of the woodcut medium and her ability to capture the beauty of the natural world in a striking and evocative way.