Victor Egorov is a master of landscapes – particularly snow and trees. Here he beautifully captures the elegance and delicacy of birch trees in late winter as the snow gradually melts away.

The Birch is know as Russia’s Tree. It is a symbol of Russian nature and Russian beauty, the birch tree (“bereza” or “berezka” in Russian) has a very special place in the country’s culture. … The birch and things made from it, including birch bark, are considered talismans against evil forces.