Field and Hills by Gustave Loiseau

Field and Hills 1890

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painting, plein-air, oil-paint

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painting

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impressionism

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plein-air

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oil-paint

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landscape

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impressionist landscape

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natural environment

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realism

Dimensions: 54 x 73 cm

Copyright: Public domain

Gustave Loiseau created this painting of a field and hills with oil on canvas. The scene is dominated by the agrarian field, a symbol of fertility, growth, and the cycle of life, echoing ancient agrarian societies' deep connection to the land. Notice the recurring motif of the tree. It's a powerful symbol that bridges the earthly and the divine, its roots deeply embedded in the earth while its branches reach towards the heavens. Think of the Tree of Life in ancient mythologies, or the sacred groves of classical antiquity. The image’s emotional power rests in its evocation of tranquility and harmony, yet there’s a subconscious undercurrent. This reflects humanity’s enduring desire to connect with nature, and the constant resurfacing and reinterpretation of symbols like the tree and field, that resonate deeply within us, regardless of time or culture.

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