#22468 Georges Lemmen

The canvas presents a view across water towards a distant cityscape, rendered in a distinctive pointillist technique. The foreground is dominated by a complex structure built over the water – a combination of industrial and architectural elements. A red-roofed building with an elaborate framework juts into the scene, its form partially obscured by shadow and atmospheric haze. Beneath it, a pier or platform extends outwards, culminating in a small island or landing area.
The body of water itself is not depicted as a clear expanse; instead, it appears as a shimmering surface composed entirely of tiny dots of color – blues, greens, yellows, and purples – that blend to create an impressionistic effect. This technique softens the edges and contributes to a sense of distance and ambiguity. The horizon line is indistinct, blurring the boundary between water and sky.
The cityscape in the background appears as a collection of muted forms, suggesting buildings and structures receding into the atmospheric perspective. A few masts or towers are discernible against the pale sky, hinting at maritime activity. The overall color palette is subdued – dominated by cool tones of blue, violet, and gray – with occasional flashes of warmer hues that contribute to the shimmering quality of the water and the subtle play of light.
The painting evokes a mood of quiet contemplation and industrial melancholy. The structure in the foreground suggests human intervention within the natural landscape, yet its purpose remains unclear. The pointillist style lends an air of detachment, as if the viewer is observing this scene from afar, separated by a veil of shimmering color. Theres a sense of transience – the water’s surface seems to vibrate with light and movement, while the distant city appears almost dreamlike in its indistinctness. The work doesn’t offer a narrative but rather captures an atmosphere – one of industrial presence softened by the effects of light and distance.