Gruppen von Eichbäumen, rechts zwei Wanderer, links eine sitzende Figur 

Hermanus van Brussel rendered this watercolor and pen artwork of oak trees with figures. The oak, a dominant symbol in this landscape, carries with it a deep history. Across cultures, from the ancient Greeks to the Celts and beyond, the oak has been a symbol of strength, endurance, and wisdom. The imposing trees depicted here evoke a sense of timelessness, their roots intertwined with the earth, mirroring the enduring connection between humanity and nature. In van Brussel’s scene, figures wander and rest by the oaks, and this brings to mind similar pastoral scenes in art history, like in classical Arcadia. The enduring motif of finding solace in nature speaks to a collective yearning for a simpler, more harmonious existence. This scene is not just a snapshot of a place, but a reflection of humanity's continuous search for meaning and connection with the natural world.