Olive Trees 1929

"Olive Trees" is a 1929 painting by the Russian artist Ivan Bilibin. The artwork captures a serene landscape featuring a grove of olive trees in a Mediterranean setting. The painting, likely created en plein air, showcases Bilibin's mastery of light and shadow, with the sun casting warm rays on the foliage and the ground, creating a sense of warmth and tranquility. The composition highlights the gnarled branches of the olive trees, signifying resilience and longevity, while the peaceful pathway and the distant buildings hint at a pastoral and harmonious environment. This painting is characteristic of Bilibin's artistic style, which was often inspired by folklore and the natural world.