The Big Serpentine 1920

dorritblack

tree

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

naturalistic tone

painting painterly

watercolour illustration

watercolor

warm toned green

"The Big Serpentine" (1920) by Australian artist Dorrit Black (1891-1951) is a landscape painting featuring a prominent tree in the foreground, dominating the composition. The tree's twisting branches suggest a sense of movement and energy, echoing the title of the work. The soft, impressionistic brushstrokes, and the hazy blue sky contribute to a calming and tranquil mood. This work showcases Black's signature style, known for its evocative use of color and expressive brushwork.