Apple Tree 1921

"Apple Tree" is a 1921 photograph by Alfred Stieglitz, a leading figure in the Pictorialist movement. The photograph showcases Stieglitz’s signature style of capturing the beauty of everyday objects and moments, revealing the artistic potential within the mundane. The stark black and white tones, the abstract composition, and the focus on the textures of the tree bark and the white clapboard wall are hallmarks of Stieglitz's aesthetic. The image's subtle and elegant composition, reminiscent of a Japanese woodblock print, highlights the artist's appreciation for formal beauty and simplicity.