The Castle of Chillon on Lake Geneva
1897
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1897
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a castle on the shore of a lake, with mountains rising up in the background. The castle has a tall tower and several smaller buildings with red roofs. The castle appears to be surrounded by trees and bushes, and the lake is a deep blue color. The mountains in the background are rugged and rocky, with some snow visible on the peaks. The painting is done in oil paint and features a realistic style. To learn more about the technique used in this painting, look up "glazing".
