Landschap met een gespleten boom c. 1869

"Landschap met een gespleten boom" (Landscape with a split tree) is a watercolor painting by Jozef Israëls, a Dutch artist known for his realist depictions of everyday life. Created around 1869, the piece captures a simple, natural scene with loose brushstrokes and muted colors. The prominent tree, split into two trunks, stands against a background of rolling hills and a glimpse of water, suggesting the vastness of the natural world. The painting highlights Israëls' sensitivity to light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. This work, held at the Rijksmuseum, showcases Israëls' talent for capturing the beauty of nature in a direct and unpretentious manner.