Tree Paintings for Sale
In painting, just as in poetry, trees bend but do not break. They offer an array of symbolism: the tree of life, of knowledge, the world's axis and symbol of evolution. They are an omnipresent figure, constant throughout the shifting eras and dominating canvases with their overwhelming grandeur. Trees are as compelling to painters as they are to viewers, seeming to extend their branches almost into the heavens.
For a long time, the tree was only represented as a biblical symbol, the catalyst in the fall of man. Later, in classical paintings, the tree was often relegated to a background object, serving only to prop up other, more important subjects, although some artists like Poussin did make them the focus. Cézanne's The Great Pine, however, is perhaps the best example of a composition entirely dedicated to the tree as a subject, they fill the frame with solid trunks and thick, twisting branches. In a landscape, trees are a sign of splendour and power, towering over the tiny figures of men. In Rubens' The Tempest, they are almost threatening.
The splendour of trees in paintings is greatly affected by the arrangement of the rest of the composition. Sometimes trees seems to support the canvas, marking out the confines of the space. Many painters use trees to give an indication of perspective and depth in the canvas, such as Hodler's Autumn Evening. Trees can also be used to give an indication of where the painting is set: palm trees indicate an exotic setting, lending the canvases an edge of luxury and excitement – as seen in the work of Douanier Rousseau.
The tree can also serve as a metaphor, signifying strength, rootedness, and a sort of natural power that – like even the strongest man – can still end up broken. Anselm Kieffer painted his canvas Varus in memory of the atrocities suffered by Germany in the 20th century; the composition depicts a bloodied forest in reference to the Roman war featured in Tacitus' Germania. The tree can also stand as a symbol for the ceaseless changing of the seasons, often placed in parallel to the human cycle of life. While Hokusai honoured the magnificent cherry blossoms of his native Japan, Monet repeatedly painted his gardens at Giverny, often under the bright light of full summer. Autumn, with its shimmering colours, crisp light, and myriad textures, is an unfailing source of inspiration for artists. Most recently artists have taken to abstracting the form of trees, stripping them back to their most basic elements, like in the works of Raoul Dufy.
In contemporary art, the motif of a tree is most often found in sculpture and installation art because it's so easy to translate into three dimensional media. Traditional art has yet to let trees go, though, and you need to look no further than Mondrian's canvases to see that trees remain a vital element of art history. Browse Artsper's collection of art centred around trees.
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Road in the field, spring landscape
Nataliia Krykun
Painting - 21 x 30 cm Painting - 8.3 x 11.8 inch
CHF 977
L’arbre et la vie
Carlos Antonio Sablon Perez
Painting - 22 x 16 x 4 cm Painting - 8.7 x 6.3 x 1.6 inch
CHF 879
Cosy houses in winter
Pol Ledent
Painting - 50 x 40 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 489
Summer evening
Serhii Cherniakovskyi
Painting - 80 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
CHF 1,653 CHF 1,157
In the wood nearby 6524
Pol Ledent
Painting - 50 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch
CHF 733
Woodland Pathway
Anush Emiryan
Painting - 80 x 70 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 27.6 x 0.8 inch
CHF 696 CHF 557
A village in my country side
Pol Ledent
Painting - 50 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 537
Village in wonderland
Pol Ledent
Painting - 50 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 537
Two appletrees in spring
Pol Ledent
Painting - 50 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 537
Rothschild Villa in France
Iryna Kastsova
Painting - 70 x 130 x 2 cm Painting - 27.6 x 51.2 x 0.8 inch
CHF 2,541
Light in a colourful wood
Pol Ledent
Painting - 60 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 733
Autumn in my countryside
Pol Ledent
Painting - 60 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 684
Aspen trees in spring
Pol Ledent
Painting - 60 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 684
Light on a little river
Pol Ledent
Painting - 60 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 684
Aspen trees in spring
Pol Ledent
Painting - 60 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 684
Aspen trees in autumn
Pol Ledent
Painting - 60 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 684
Winterlight on my village
Pol Ledent
Painting - 50 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch
CHF 684
Oak and blue cornflowers
Pol Ledent
Painting - 60 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 684
Old village in my countryside
Pol Ledent
Painting - 60 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 733
Path in a winter wood
Pol Ledent
Painting - 50 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch
CHF 684
Spring in my countryside
Pol Ledent
Painting - 60 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 684
There is a nice valley overthere
Pol Ledent
Painting - 50 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch
CHF 684
Morning walk in the wood
Pol Ledent
Painting - 50 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch
CHF 684
My village in Provence
Pol Ledent
Painting - 50 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch
CHF 684
Aspen trees in winter
Pol Ledent
Painting - 60 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 684
Morning by the river
Serhii Cherniakovskyi
Painting - 45 x 65 x 2 cm Painting - 17.7 x 25.6 x 0.8 inch
CHF 818 CHF 654
Evening by the river
Serhii Cherniakovskyi
Painting - 35 x 55 x 2 cm Painting - 13.8 x 21.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 783 CHF 626
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tizlu
Painting - 40 x 40 x 1.5 cm Painting - 15.7 x 15.7 x 0.6 inch
CHF 1,153 CHF 969
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Fine Art Drawings - 60 x 40 x 1.5 cm Fine Art Drawings - 23.6 x 15.7 x 0.6 inch
CHF 1,563 CHF 1,407
Snow-Covered Serenity
Stepan Ohanyan
Painting - 60 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
CHF 565 CHF 452
Untitled - Expression no. 1
Jackson Pollock
Print - 58.5 x 74 x 0.2 cm Print - 23 x 29.1 x 0.1 inch
CHF 42,996
Nailed it Series No.81
Sumit Mehndiratta
Sculpture - 84 x 84 x 4 cm Sculpture - 33.1 x 33.1 x 1.6 inch
CHF 977
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Poonam Choudhary
Design - 73.7 x 65 x 82 cm Design - 29 x 25.6 x 32.3 inch
CHF 2,175
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What are some famous tree paintings in art history?
Some of the most famous tree paintings in art history include Vincent van Gogh's "The Mulberry Tree," Claude Monet's "Poplars," and Gustav Klimt's "Birch Forest." These paintings showcase the beauty and majesty of trees in different styles and techniques.
How do artists capture the essence of trees in their paintings?
Artists capture the essence of trees in their paintings by observing the unique characteristics of each tree, such as its shape, texture, and color. They also consider the lighting and atmosphere surrounding the tree to create a realistic and emotive representation. Through careful observation and technique, artists can convey the beauty and majesty of trees in their paintings.