Lac du Bourget, near Aix-les-Bains
1902
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1902
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a landscape with a lake in the foreground and trees along the shore. The sky above is cloudy, and the colors are muted greens and browns. In the distance, there are hills rising up from the lake's edge. The artist has used soft brushstrokes to capture the gentle movement of the trees and the water. The overall effect is one of calmness and serenity. If you like this painting, you might also enjoy learning more about the Impressionism movement.