Saleve in autumn 1891

Ferdinand Hodler's "Saleve in Autumn" (1891) is a captivating landscape painting that showcases the artist's signature style. The painting depicts a serene river flowing towards the base of a mountain, the Saleve, nestled in the Swiss Alps. The mountainside is adorned in vibrant autumnal hues, with rich reds, oranges, and yellows dominating the scene. The river's surface, painted in shades of blue and green, creates a sense of tranquility and movement, with subtle brushstrokes capturing the ripple of the water. Hodler's meticulous detail and use of color contribute to the painting's overall sense of realism and evoke a feeling of peace and harmony with nature.