Rolling landscape with an oak before a grainfield

Rolling landscape with an oak before a grainfield, a painting by Jacob van Ruisdael (1650-1660), depicts a landscape dominated by a large oak tree situated on a small hill. 



The oak, with its gnarled trunk and spreading branches, is the focal point, set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a field of grain. The sky is a mix of clouds and blue, suggesting a somewhat overcast day. 



The painting uses a muted palette of browns, greens, and grays, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. In the distance, there are more trees and hills, suggesting a vast and expansive landscape. A small figure can be seen in the grain field, providing a sense of scale. The overall style is characteristic of Dutch landscape painting of the 17th century. The painting measures 0.68 meters in width and 0.552 meters in height and is currently in a private collection.