1. Medium: Watercolor

2. Shapes and objects: Evergreen trees, forest, mountains, grass, horizon line, sky, signature/date

3. Colours: Dark green and black for trees, light green for grass, light blue-gray for mountains, beige/off-white for sky and background

4. Dedicated to Ziba

4. Narrative: This serene landscape captures the quiet majesty of a dense evergreen forest nestled against distant mountains. The misty, ethereal quality of the mountains suggests early morning or approaching dusk, a time of transition and contemplation. The closely packed trees stand as silent sentinels, their dark forms a stark contrast to the pale, dreamy background. There's a sense of isolation and peace, as if this spot is far removed from the bustle of civilization. The artist has skillfully used negative space to create a sense of depth and atmosphere, inviting the viewer to imagine themselves standing at the edge of this tranquil wilderness.

5. Original Artist: This painting appears to be inspired by the watercolor landscapes of Japanese artist Hiroshi Yoshida (1876-1950). Yoshida was known for his atmospheric depictions of natural scenes, often featuring mountains and forests. His work combined traditional Japanese woodblock print techniques with Western-style perspective and light effects. While this painting is not a direct copy, it shares similarities in composition and mood with Yoshida's serene landscapes. Many of Yoshida's original works are held in collections at the Toledo Museum of Art in Ohio, USA, and the Yokohama Museum of Art in Japan.