Old Olive Tree

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by Ernst SchiessIn "Old Olive Tree," Ernst Schiess captures a serene yet vibrant scene, which beautifully amalgamates nature’s enduring spirit with human presence. This evocative painting draws the viewer into an intimate Mediterranean landscape, underscored by an ancient olive tree with its expansive and twisted trunk. The tree’s thick, grey limbs stretch broadly across the canvas, suggesting a life of many years and the quiet strength of nature.The background is gently laid out with simplistic, earthy tones depicting a quaint village scene where subtle figures engage quietly in their daily routines. The white walls of the village houses, glimpsed between the foliage, reflect the bright sunlight typical of a Mediterranean clime.Foreground and background combine seamlessly, creating a sense of depth and space that invites the viewer to step into this tranquil world. Schiess's handling of color and light emphasizes not just the physical beauty of the scene but also evokes a certain nostalgia and peace, characteristic of a timeless rural existence.

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Ernst Schiess (14 September 1840 - 9 September 1915) was a German engineer and businessman. He was a long-time member of the Düsseldorf City Council, President of the Düsseldorf Chamber of Commerce and founder of the German Association of Machinists (VDW).