A serene landscape by French artist Auguste Herbin, featuring verdant hills, a reflective lake, and a dominant central tree rendered in impressionistic brushstrokes. The muted greens and browns create a tranquil atmosphere.

Auguste Herbin (1882-1960) was a French painter known for his contributions to Cubism and later, abstract art. Although he experimented with various styles throughout his career, he maintained a commitment to exploring colour and form. His early works often featured representational subjects, gradually evolving towards geometric abstraction. He was a founding member of the Salon des Réalités Nouvelles, which promoted abstract art in the post-war period. His theories on colour and form influenced subsequent generations of artists. 'Green Landscape' presents a serene vista dominated by verdant hills and a reflective body of water. The composition is structured around a central tree, its foliage rendered with loose, impressionistic brushstrokes. The colour palette is dominated by muted greens and browns, creating a harmonious and tranquil atmosphere. The sky, rendered in soft, diffused tones, adds to the overall sense of calm. The painting demonstrates Herbin's early style, before his move to more geometric abstraction.