Landschap met opkomende maan 1851 - 1902

Carel Nicolaas Storm van 's-Gravesande created this landscape with an etching technique. Dominating the scene is the tree, stark and upright, meeting the rising moon, that has been a recurring symbol throughout art history, often imbued with themes of growth, nature, and the cyclical rhythm of life and death. Consider the tree, how it has appeared in various forms across cultures. The world tree is a symbol of the connection between the earthly and the divine. Here, the tree stands as a silent witness, a vertical axis connecting earth and sky. The moon appears in countless myths as a symbol of the feminine principle, the subconscious, and the passage of time. These symbols are not static; they evolve, they shift in meaning, reflecting our own changing relationship with nature. The tree and the moon resonate with something deep within us, a collective memory of our shared history and the powerful, emotional connection we have with the natural world. They create a sense of peace but also melancholy. The tree and the moon will continue their dance across the canvas of time, resurfacing in art, literature, and our collective consciousness.