Third Eclogue: Blossoms (Branches d'arbre en fleurs) Possibly 1926

This delicate line drawing, "Third Eclogue: Blossoms (Branches d'arbre en fleurs)" by Aristide Maillol, captures the essence of springtime. Dated possibly to 1926, the work showcases Maillol's stylistic shift from his earlier figurative sculptures. The composition features a simplified yet elegant depiction of a flowering branch, rendered in orange ink against a cream-colored background. Its subtle beauty embodies the artist's fascination with nature and his desire to capture its ephemeral essence in a minimalist style.