Not because it’s sky blue, but because it refuses to fade back. The rooftop scene holds its own from across the room small figures, a yellow umbrella, a long blue pool and gives a quiet wall something to look at without shouting.

Hang it where the room could use a lift. A blank stretch above a bed, a slightly dull hallway, or the wall opposite a kitchen window all do well with it. The high blue sky stretches the eye upward, which makes lower ceilings feel taller.

Works best on a soft white or warm cream wall. Pair with pale oak, cane, linen and cream ceramics. A pink or terracotta cushion picks up the building tones nicely.

Avoid hanging it next to anything fussy or heavily patterned the scene needs a bit of breathing room. The canvas keeps the painterly brushwork close to the surface, which suits the soft, hand-painted feel.