The power of the divine is the main motif in all of his pieces. The giant landscape, but small figure at the bottom of the canvas, humbles the viewer, because you realize that you are nothing compared to the beauty of nature. The water and sky feel cool, but there is a motion in the piece that helps viewers feel the power as well.

This piece influenced many others to create pieces with lone figures to show solitude as well as a sense of mystery. God can be found throughout his work, but the viewer must immerse themselves within nature.