A serene, autumnal forest scene centered around a narrow, still canal. The canal acts as a central leading line, drawing the eye toward the center of the frame. Because the water is so calm, it creates a near-perfect mirror reflection of the sky and the surrounding trees. The ground on either side of the water is blanketed in a thick layer of reddish-brown fallen leaves. On the left bank, a few green ferns persist, offering a small hint of green amidst the transition to winter.