Snow on the left bank of the Scheldt river

Snow on the left bank of the Scheldt river

Charles Mertens

1902

oil

From the collection of Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp

About this work

This painting shows a serene winter scene. Snow covers the ground and a riverbank, with trees standing bare in the cold. The scene is rendered in muted colors, with shades of brown and grey dominating the palette. A quiet detail catches the eye: the way the snow seems to glow softly in the fading light. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured quality. If you're interested in exploring more, look up the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.

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