Poplars in the Storm
before 1917
Gustav Kampmann captures the raw power of nature in 'Poplars in the Storm,' a dramatic lithograph where tall trees bend almost double under the force of a fierce wind. The sky is a turbulent mix of dark, heavy storm clouds and patches of teal, suggesting a weather system in full swing. Published as part of a series for 'artistic wall decoration' in the early 20th century, this piece brings the moody atmosphere of a German landscape right into the home. The way the foliage is rendered with sweeping, textured strokes really makes you feel the gusts of wind just by looking at it.
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- Color lithograph
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