Lake Geneva from the Caux 1917

Ferdinand Hodler’s “Lake Geneva from the Caux” is an oil painting depicting a scenic landscape of Lake Geneva. The artist, a prominent Swiss symbolist, is known for his simplified forms and the use of parallel lines to create a sense of rhythm and harmony. The artwork, painted in 1917, showcases the serene beauty of nature with its deep blue sky, fluffy white clouds, and the turquoise waters of the lake. The simplified shapes of the mountains and the verdant hills in the foreground enhance the overall sense of stillness and tranquility.