El Toro 

Ernest Haskell etched "El Toro," a stand of windswept trees, likely around the turn of the century. Notice how the relentless force of the wind has sculpted these trees, bending their trunks and branches. This motif—of trees molded by an unseen force—echoes across cultures and epochs. Recall, for instance, depictions of the Tree of Life in various mythologies, often shown bearing the marks of elemental struggles. Consider the psychological weight of this image. The tree, a symbol of resilience and continuity, here battles against the tempest. It evokes feelings of vulnerability and strength. In the collective unconscious, the tree might represent the self, weathering life's storms. The enduring appeal of this symbol lies in its capacity to reflect humanity's perennial dance with nature. It reappears through the ages, each time imbued with fresh significance.