Under the Devil Tree - original painting on board as seen on the great north art show website Soft clearing blues

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The whole street of Goodramgate in York is flooded with light in this painting around mid-day and it is always bustling with people

gathered not out of obligation

Perfect for those who crave escapism and the transformative power of art

When I am an old woman I shall wear purple

Under the Devil Tree - original painting on board as seen on the great north art show website Soft clearing bluesThe Devil's Tree actually exists in America, in Irish fiction and now in art as an original painting on board. This seductive original painting captures the essence of the fabled Devil's Tree in a clever combination of rich, dark, earthy colours contrasted with beautiful lighthearted pinks, yellows and greens. The devil is in the detail. Notice the large crowd of people gathered under the tree. Are they worshippers, tree huggers or are they simply