The House and the Tree 1874

"The House and the Tree" is a painting by Paul Cézanne, completed in 1874. This work, known for its distinct Post-Impressionist style, depicts a simple country scene: a house, a tree, and a pathway. Cézanne's use of bold brushstrokes and fractured planes of color creates a sense of depth and movement. The painting's composition emphasizes the solidity and structure of the house and tree, while the path leads the viewer's eye into the landscape. Cézanne's focus on form and color, characteristic of his later work, makes "The House and the Tree" a significant piece in the development of modern art.