Autumn Landscape with River 

Konstantin Gorbatov's painting presents a serene landscape, dominated by the vivid colors of autumn. The trees, particularly the evergreens, evoke a primal connection to nature, reminiscent of ancient forests revered across cultures. Consider the pine tree itself, a symbol of immortality and resilience. In ancient Greece, it was sacred to Dionysus, god of fertility and wine. Yet, this symbol has been seen to reappear in funerary contexts as well. It echoes in the branches of the world tree Yggdrasil in Norse mythology, connecting the heavens and the earth. The river, a classic motif, symbolizes the passage of time and the eternal cycle of life. These symbols resonate on a subconscious level, tapping into our collective memory of nature's power and the inevitability of change, evoking feelings of both tranquility and melancholic reflection. It underscores the cyclical nature of existence.