This serene and contemplative landscape captures a quiet harbor scene, defined by the tranquil meeting of sky and water. The composition is anchored by a lighthouse standing stoic on the left, its white form sharply contrasting the darker, peaceful waters below. On the right, an earthy, textured shoreline gently curves inward, guiding the eye deeper into the scene. The vast sky looms with a delicate blend of blues and muted purples, washed with soft clouds tinged by twilight or dawn's tender light. The stillness of the water mirrors the sky's haze perfectly, lending an almost meditative calm to the viewer’s experience. The minimalistic yet deliberate brushwork and vivid yet subdued colors evoke a sense of both isolation and intimacy, making one feel as though they are quietly witnessing a fleeting, sacred moment within the port.

The artistic technique reflects the distinct style of early 20th-century post-impressionism fused with Vallotton’s touch of precision and clarity. His use of flat planes and careful control of color gradation brings the scene into sharp relief, avoiding over-detail to favor emotional atmosphere instead. The horizon line is placed low, allowing the sky to dominate and invite a dreamlike space. This piece stirs a contemplative mood that resonates with themes of solitude, transience, and peaceful coexistence between humanity and nature, masterfully marrying realism with impressionistic nuances. It stands as a significant, evocative window into the quiet beauty of the French coastal landscape just after the First World War.