The little plantane - 1890


Size (cm): 50x75
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Ferdinand Hodler's little plantne "paint" created in 1890, is erected as an eloquent testimony of the Swiss artist's mastery in the capture of serenity and majesty of nature. Hodler, known for its fundamental role in the development of symbolism and its parallel technique, offers us a composition in which each element seems to be carefully meditated to convey a sensation of balance and harmony.

In "the little Plantane," the imposing tree is located in the center of the scene, dominating the landscape and attracting the viewer's gaze. The precision with which Hodler has represented the texture of the trunk and the leaves reflects his ability to observe and recreate the thorough details of nature. The tree is not just an isolated object; It seems to talk with the environment, immersed in a visual dialogue with heaven and earth that surrounds it.

The colors in the work are notable by its vibrant but controlled palette. The deep blue of the sky juxtaposed to the intense green of foliage creates a contrast that enhances the vitality of the scene. Hodler uses terrible tones for the ground and the trunk, anchoring the composition and providing a visual counterweight to the brightest tones. This chromatic combination not only describes the landscape, but also invites the viewer to contemplate the interaction between the various natural elements.

It is interesting to observe the absence of human figures in this painting. This choice underlines Hodler's intention to highlight the natural majesty and possibly its belief in the intrinsic power of nature. The loneliness of the tree could be interpreted as a metaphor for strength and resistance, characteristics that are often outlined in their previous works, where nature plays a leading role.

One of the most intriguing aspects of this painting is its misleading simplicity. At first glance, it may seem a direct and simple representation of a landscape, but a more meticulous observation reveals a complex network of symbolism and artistic technique. Hodler was known for his theory of parallelism, which argued that repetition and symmetry in nature are reflexes of a universal harmony. This work can be seen as a manifestation of this theory, where the central tree is repeated and symmetrical in its internal structure, thus connecting with the surrounding space.

Comparing "the little plantne" with other works by Hodler, such as "the day" or "the night", you can see an approach consisting of the search for a deep and contemplative representation of reality. While the latter incorporate human figures in symbolic stages, "the small plant" departs from it to focus exclusively on the lonely dialogue of nature with itself.

In summary, "the little plantane" of Ferdinand Hodler is a work that encapsulates the essence of its artistic objective: to create a deep link between the viewer and nature through a representation that goes beyond the superficial. He painting Not only is it a reflection of natural reality, but also an invitation to explore the spiritual connection with the environment and to recognize the intrinsic beauty of the simple and the complex in nature. The work remains a magnificent example of Hodler's art and his enduring contribution to the world of symbolism and landscape painting.

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