Riverscape

About this work

This painting shows a quiet river with a wide, shallow stretch of water reflecting the sky. On the left, a big tree with thick branches leans over the bank, its roots tangled in the grass. In the distance, two small figures walk along a path under more trees, their shapes blurry and faint. The brushstrokes are loose and quick, making the scene feel alive but soft. The water’s surface ripples with light, and the colors are mostly muted greens and browns, with a hint of blue in the sky. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more paintings like this.