“The Seine with a Rowing Boat” is an oil on canvas painting by Vincent van Gogh, created in 1887 during his time in Paris, France. The artwork, which belongs to the Post-Impressionism movement and is classified as a landscape genre, is currently held within a private collection.
The artwork depicts a serene scene of the River Seine with a rowing boat lightly visible amidst the rippling waters. The painting captures the tranquility of the moment with its calm waters reflecting the sky and the surrounding foliage. The upper part of the artwork reveals a dense line of trees along the riverbank, while the sky above is rendered with soft, diffused light, typical of Van Gogh’s mastery in portraying natural light and atmosphere. The scene is imbued with a sense of calm and contemplation, highlighted by the muted yet harmonious color palette that Van Gogh employs.
