Birch trunks in front of red farmstead 1901

"Birch trunks in front of red farmstead" is a 1901 oil painting by Paula Modersohn-Becker, a German Expressionist painter. The work captures the essence of a rural landscape, showcasing several birch trees with their characteristic white bark. The thick application of paint suggests a sense of immediacy, with the artist's brushstrokes creating a textured surface. The contrasting colors of the white birch trunks against the dark brown earth and the reddish-brown hues of the farmstead in the background add depth and vibrancy to the composition. This work exemplifies Modersohn-Becker's interest in capturing the natural world and its inherent beauty.