Stakittet 1839 - 1906

Paul Cézanne made this watercolor painting, titled 'Stakittet', at an unknown date. Cézanne, working in late 19th-century France, found himself amidst significant social and political shifts. With his distinctive brushstrokes, Cézanne captures a seemingly simple scene – a fence and a tree. But look closer, and you'll notice how his treatment of space and form departs from traditional representation. Instead of presenting a straightforward depiction, Cézanne explores how we perceive the world around us. The fence, a symbol of boundary and separation, prompts us to reflect on divisions within society, be they social, economic, or cultural. Simultaneously, the tree, firmly rooted yet reaching upwards, embodies growth, resilience, and connection to nature. Cézanne plays with these contrasting elements, inviting us to contemplate our own relationships to the spaces we inhabit and the barriers we encounter. In its quiet way, 'Stakittet' encourages us to pause, observe, and consider the complexities of our shared human experience.