On the edge of the lake

On the edge of the lake

Berthe Morisot

1892

oil

From the collection of Musée Marmottan Monet

About this work

In the painting, two young girls stand by a lake, surrounded by lush greenery. The girl on the left wears a dark dress and a hat, while the girl on the right is dressed in white. A swan swims in the water behind them. The scene is painted in soft, muted colors, with visible brushstrokes that give the image a sense of movement and energy. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. The painting is a beautiful example of the artist's work, and it can be found at the Musée Marmottan Monet.

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