The artwork, “Lake Geneva from Chexbres,” is an oil on canvas creation by Ferdinand Hodler, dating to approximately 1905. Belonging to the Post-Impressionism art movement, this landscape painting measures 80 by 100.5 centimeters.
In this composition, the serene expanse of Lake Geneva is depicted from the vantage point of Chexbres. The horizon stretches across the canvas, with gentle, rolling hillsides leading down to the water. The lake, rendered in varying shades of blue, captures subtle reflections and ripples, conveying a sense of tranquility and vastness. Above, simplified cloud formations float against a soft, gradated sky, contributing to the overall harmonious and balanced aesthetic of the scene. The surrounding terrain, marked by small settlements with modest houses, contrasts the lake’s calming blues with its earthy and green hues, further enhancing the painting’s depth and spatial clarity.
