Tree Study, Fontainebleau

1860

Eugène Cuvelier

Associated Names
Eugène Cuvelier

Artist, French, 1837 - 1900

The image shows an upward view of twisted branches of large trees in a dense forest setting. The trees dominate the scene, with intricate dark silhouettes contrasting against a faintly lit sky. The sepia-toned light filters through the canopy. The bark and undergrowth closest to us have a rough and textured appearance. The color palette consists of rich browns and deep shadows, creating a timeless and mysterious woodland environment. The interplay of light and shadow accentuates the complexity and age of the forest, with twisting branches receding into the distance.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    albumen silver print

  • Credit Line

    Patrons' Permanent Fund

  • Dimensions

    image/sheet: 26 × 20.2 cm (10 1/4 × 7 15/16 in.)
    mount: 51.9 × 42.3 cm (20 7/16 × 16 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1995.36.74


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

David and Mary Robinson, Sausalito, CA; NGA purchase, 1995.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

by later hand, on mount, lower left verso in graphite: Sr12

Wikidata ID

Q64147475

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