The title and explanation inscribed on the reverse of this painting are somewhat contradictory. The tree dominating this landscape was likely found in a field near William Huddle's hom

In the early 20th century, several Academy-trained Mexican artists traveled to Europe with stipends from the Mexican government to learn from the old masters, experience the rising European avant-garde, and establish their careers. There, they delved into post-impressionist motifs and explored futurism and cubism.

Background 

In the second half of the 19th century, Mexican Academic painting adopted the modern styles of romanticism and realism. Painters Tiburcio Sánchez and José M. Jara are representative of this period with the rise of the costumbrismo movement, which presented scenes of local daily life and group portraits of powerful families.

The bourgeoning arts scene in Mexico during the first half of the 20th century is usually associated with the Mexican School of Painting and with muralism, its best-known movement. A realist practice promoted and supported by the Mexican government, muralism aimed to bring art closer to the people of Mexico. In turn, a large portion of the work produced between 1900 and 1950 used clear, direct political and social messages.

In 1985, the Dallas Museum of Art's textile holdings experienced remarkable growth with the addition of The Wendy and Emery Reves extensive decorative arts collection.

In 1985, the Dallas Museum of Art's textile holdings experienced remarkable growth with the addition of The Wendy and Emery Reves extensive decorative arts collection.

In 1985, the Dallas Museum of Art's textile holdings experienced remarkable growth with the addition of The Wendy and Emery Reves extensive decorative arts collection.