The artwork, entitled “Lake Geneva with Mont Blanc before Sunrise,” is a distinguished piece by Ferdinand Hodler, created in 1918. This landscape painting, executed in oil on canvas, embodies the Symbolism art movement. The dimensions of the work are 66 x 80.5 cm, and it is currently held in a private collection.
In the artwork, Hodler captures the tranquil moment before sunrise over Lake Geneva, with Mont Blanc majestically situated in the background. The composition features a serene lake in the foreground, rendered in soft hues of blue and violet, reflecting the calm water surface. Above the lake, the silhouettes of the mountains are delineated with dark, defined contours, contrasting against the subtle yet radiant yellow glow of the impending dawn in the sky. The overall effect is a harmonious blend of colors and forms, evoking a profound sense of calm and introspection characteristic of Symbolism.
