Autumn Pond, painted circa 1925, is an oil on wood board painting by Scottish-Canadian artist Wilkie Kilgour. The piece is modestly sized at 4.5 x 6.25 inches, with Kilgour's signature positioned in the bottom left corner of the board. Though small, the artwork captures the rich, muted essence of the fall season as reflected in the stillness of the featured pond.

In this painting, Kilgour presents a lush, intimate glimpse of a secluded pond surrounded by the variegated tapestry of autumnal foliage. The water acts as a dark, glassy mirror, reflecting and absorbing the colors and shapes of the overhanging flora. The artist employs a mosaic of warm colors—mustard yellows, deep greens, and hints of rust and amber—that tell of leaves changing with the season's progression.

Smooth stones peek above the pond's surface, rendered in hues that echo the surrounding natural palette, suggesting the serene and unhurried passage of time. Flecks of light and color in the water indicate the gentle disturbance of a breeze or the presence of life beneath the surface.

Kilgour's brushwork is characterized by its textured impressionism, offering a sense of depth and detail that invites the viewer closer. Despite its size, Autumn Pond evokes a richly detailed world within its borders, a snapshot of the quiet beauty found in nature's small corners. This work stands as a testament to the artist's ability to convey the subtle and tranquil beauty of the Canadian landscape.