“Forest. Sunny Day” is an oil on canvas artwork created circa 1884 by Russian artist Isaac Levitan. It falls under the Realism movement and belongs to the landscape genre. The painting is currently housed in the Museum of Arts of Uzbekistan in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
The artwork portrays a serene forest bathed in sunlight, exemplifying Levitan’s masterful depiction of nature. Massive, shadow-casting trees dominate the composition, their thick trunks grounding the scene with an aura of permanence and stability. Lush greenery abounds, filling the canvas with various shades of green, reflecting the vibrancy and vitality of the forest during a sunny day. The interplay of light and shadow adds depth and realism to the scene, evoking a sense of tranquility and immersion in nature. The meticulous attention to detail in capturing the natural world highlights Levitan’s skill and dedication to the Realism art movement.
