The composition captures the serpentine line of poplar trees along the River Epte near Giverny. The artist employs an "S-curve" composition, where four dominant vertical trunks in the foreground anchor the scene, leading the eye rhythmically toward the receding line of trees in the distance. The foliage is rendered with the russet and gold tones of autumn, contrasting with the pale azure sky. The lighting is specific, sculpting the cylindrical volume of the trees through color temperature rather than shadow. The reflection in the water mirrors the architecture of the trees, creating a symmetrical balance between the solid world above and the fluid world below. The painting is framed in a simple wood molding with a linen liner.

Dimensions: Canvas: 91.5 x 61 cm. All measurements are approximate.
Framed: 109 x 79 cm. All measurements are approximate.