 The presence of the glittery white blossoms and absence of leaves indicate that Van Gogh made this painting shortly after the tree flowered.The painting reflects Impressionist influences in the use of short brush strokes and projection of light.To his friend Émile Bernard, Van Gogh wrote of his enthusiasm of painting orchards, "At the moment I am absorbed in the blooming fruit trees, pink peach trees, yellow-white pear trees.