Studie van de wortels van een boom 1848 - 1888

Anton Mauve's "Studie van de wortels van een boom" is a detailed pencil drawing depicting the gnarled roots of a tree, likely an oak, in a delicate and realistic manner. The artwork, created between 1848 and 1888, showcases Mauve's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the subtle nuances of nature. This study, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Mauve's mastery of drawing and his fascination with the beauty of the natural world. It exemplifies the Barbizon school's emphasis on direct observation and the depiction of everyday scenes.