September 1910

Willard Metcalf painted "September" with oil on canvas, capturing a serene landscape. The image presents trees in their late summer glory. The trees, reaching towards the sky, are universal symbols of life, growth, and connection between earth and heaven. We see the motif of the tree, stretching back to ancient mythologies where sacred groves were the center of spiritual life. Consider, for example, the "Tree of Life" in various cultures—a motif that appears in ancient Assyrian carvings and Norse legends. Through time, the tree has been a witness to historical events and shifts in cultural consciousness, evolving into a symbol of nature’s beauty. The serene landscape, rendered with brushstrokes that evoke a fleeting moment, draws us into a meditative state. A deep connection to nature and emotional response is triggered, inviting us to reflect on the cyclical rhythms of life and the profound beauty inherent in the natural world.