Landschap met struiken en een boom 1848 - 1888

Anton Mauve created this landscape drawing with graphite on paper sometime in the late 19th century. Mauve, as a leading figure in the Hague School, sought to capture the subdued tonality of the Dutch landscape, often working en plein air. This sketch embodies a raw, unfiltered interaction with nature. The simple materials amplify the emotional weight of the scene. The stark portrayal of the land, stripped to its essential elements, invites reflection on the relationship between humanity and the natural world. Mauve’s focus on the bleak, windswept landscape moves away from the romanticized depictions of nature, and reflects a more realistic, unembellished view. The muted palette and unrefined lines evoke a feeling of solitude. This challenges conventional landscape art to include more personal and emotional narratives.