The artwork titled “Morning Effect, Banks of the Yonne River,” created by Francis Picabia in 1905, is an oil painting on canvas. It measures 38.5 by 55.6 centimeters and belongs to the Impressionist movement. The genre of the artwork is landscape, and it is currently part of a private collection.
The artwork depicts a serene landscape on the banks of the Yonne River, capturing the subtle light and atmosphere of a morning. The composition is dominated by a clear, expansive sky filled with soft, wispy clouds. Along the right side, tall, slender trees rise, their bare branches rendered with delicate, impressionistic strokes. A path runs through the scene, winding its way into the distance, flanked by sparse vegetation and low bushes. The use of light pastel colors and gentle brushwork conveys the tranquil mood and delicate beauty of the morning scene. The viewer’s eye is drawn along the path, deeper into the peaceful vista, evoking a sense of calm and contemplation.