Building Site with Willows 1846

Adolph Menzel's "Building Site with Willows" (1846) depicts a rural scene in Germany. The painting showcases Menzel's masterful brushstrokes, particularly in the depiction of the willow trees, capturing their delicate branches and leaves. The scene, with the building site in the background, highlights Menzel's interest in everyday life and the working class. The painting is housed at the Alte Nationalgalerie in Berlin, a testament to Menzel's importance in German art history.