A single white swan floats at the center of a calm, pale lake, its curved neck and long reflection mirrored in the water. Pink water lilies and rounded green pads gather in the foreground. Tall golden-green reeds frame both sides, and soft trees fade into mist in the distance.

The oil painting is loosely brushed, with visible strokes in the sky and ripples. A muted palette of pearl grey, sage and dusty pink gives the scene a hushed, impressionist feel.