The image depicts a wide, tranquil stretch of the Daugava, where the evening light reflects off the gently rippled water surface. Sunlight, softened by layers of partial cloud cover, creates a bright, silvery path across the river leading toward the shore. The sky features a layered gradient of tones, from lighter hues near the horizon to darker cloud formations above.

On the right side, the riverbank is lined with dense trees displaying a full range of autumn colors — yellows, oranges, reddish-browns, and patches of green. The trees grow along a sloping bank, their foliage forming a continuous, rhythmic band that follows the curve of the shoreline. Stones scattered along the water’s edge add a sense of natural texture and ruggedness.

Overall, the scene conveys stillness and spaciousness, with autumn colors and the sunlit water complementing each other harmoniously. The view toward the distant opposite shore emphasizes openness, while the detailed foreground along the near bank adds structure to the composition. It is a quiet, balanced autumn moment in the Latvian landscape.