Rocks with Oak Tree (Rochers et chêne), 1888 by Vincent van Gogh

Rocks with Oak Tree, painted by Vincent van Gogh in 1888, depicts a wind-bent oak crowning a tumble of rocky ground near Arles, its dense canopy rendered in thick, twisting strokes of blue-green against a pale summer sky. Painted in July 1888, the work captures Van Gogh’s fascination with the rugged Provençal terrain and his growing confidence with bold, textured brushwork that pushes beyond pure description toward expressive pattern. The scattered stones and wild grasses below are built up with the same restless energy that defines his celebrated Arles landscapes.

Artist: Vincent van Gogh (Dutch, 1853-1890). Date: 1888.

Rocks with Oak Tree (Rochers et chêne), 1888 by Vincent van Gogh. Rugged Provence Wall Art Canvas Print.