At Lake Sainte-Croix

The turquoise waters of a large lake spread through a mountain valley in Provence, reflecting the bright sky. Steep, forested slopes rise on both sides of the water, leading up to a chain of dark green peaks in the distance. In the foreground, a rocky, sun-drenched slope covered with sparse brush descends sharply on the right, mirroring a deep, verdant ravine on the left. The scene is viewed from an elevated position, overlooking the water's edge.