280 - Unknown (19th), A winter tree, around 1894, Pencil

Unknown (19th), A winter tree, around 1894, Pencil Unknown (19th century): Winter tree Detailed depiction of a bare tree, c. 1894, Pencil Technique: Pencil on Paper Date: c. 1894 Description: The artwork shows a bare tree with fine, branching branches on a simple background in a minimalist form. The tree appears to be positioned in the centre and conveys a feeling of loneliness and transience. The detailed depiction of the branches lends the composition a fragile aesthetic. Keywords: Tree, 19th century, Realism, Botany, Germany, Size: Paper: 22,9 cm x 14,3 cm (9 x 5,6 in) Condition: Defective condition. The artwork shows discolouration at the lower edge caused by moisture. The edges are slightly worn and scattered stains are visible on the surface, indicating the age of the paper. There are no visible tears. The upper edge of the sheet is slightly damaged due to detachment from a book binding.