A Post-Impressionist waterside scene by French artist Auguste Herbin, 'House at the Water' features a village reflected in water, rendered in thick, short brushstrokes and a range of greens, blues, oranges, and reds.

Auguste Herbin (1882-1960) was a French painter known for his contributions to Cubism and later, abstract art. His early work, however, displays a Post-Impressionist style, characterised by its use of colour and visible brushstrokes. This painting, 'House at the Water', exemplifies that earlier approach. The painting depicts a waterside scene, possibly a canal or river running through a village. Buildings with red roofs are visible in the background, partially obscured by trees. The water reflects the colours of the surroundings, rendered in thick, short brushstrokes. The composition is dense, with the foliage and buildings tightly packed together, creating a sense of intimacy and enclosure. Herbin's use of colour is notable, with a range of greens, blues, oranges, and reds creating a lively, textured surface. The brushwork is loose and expressive, contributing to the overall impression of a fleeting moment captured in paint.