Pond XXII

Watercolor on paper.

30.5  W x 40.6 H x 0.3 D centimeters.

Unframed.

Signed front.

This watercolor captures the serene yet dynamic essence of water flowing through the ponds and Grand Canal of the Fontainebleau gardens. Rendered in an abstract style with fluid washes of translucent blues, soft purples, and delicate greys, the composition evokes gentle currents, meandering channels, and reflective surfaces. Dripping and bleeding pigments mirror the passage of time and the perpetual motion of water — a meditation on being, transience, and nature’s quiet rhythm. The organic lines and layered transparency create a sense of depth and movement, inviting contemplation.