Tanglewood 1973

Ivan Eyre created this painting called Tanglewood using oil on canvas. The landscape, in its essence, symbolizes nature and fertility, and it reminds us of the profound connection between the earth and the cycle of life. The verticality of trees, pointing upwards, is a recurring motif across cultures, from ancient Egyptian obelisks to Renaissance paintings. These upward-pointing trees can be seen as symbols of aspiration, spirituality, and a connection between the earthly and the divine. They can also be linked to the 'axis mundi,' a concept found in many cultures, representing the center of the world and the link between the heavens and the earth. Notice how the varying shades of green evoke feelings of growth, tranquility, and renewal, perhaps echoing the 'green man' archetype—a symbol of nature's regenerative power, frequently seen in medieval art. The power of such imagery lies in its ability to stir collective memories and emotions that are deeply embedded in our subconscious. These symbols offer a profound, almost primal, connection to the natural world.