Opengespleten boom 1874 - 1875

"Opengespleten boom" is a pencil drawing by Willem Cornelis Rip, created between 1874 and 1875. The drawing depicts a gnarled tree with exposed roots, its branches reaching towards the sky. Rip, a Dutch artist known for his landscapes and nature studies, captures the intricate details of the tree's structure with delicate lines. The drawing's composition is simple, focusing on the tree as the central element against a light background, drawing the viewer's eye to the tree's intricate and weathered details. The drawing is a testament to Rip's keen observation and artistic skill in capturing the beauty of the natural world.