His artistic approach favoured topographical precision over dramatic fiction. In works such as Gezicht op het Isle Saint-Jean or his studies of the Bernese Farmhouse, he used thin lines to define the structure of the land. He chose a pale colour palette to represent the thin air of high altitudes. This style moved away from the dark tones of his predecessors. He focused on the interaction between rural buildings and the natural water of the Lac de Joux.

These prints remain popular because they offer a structured view of the natural world. The clean execution and soft tones provide a sense of order that works well in a modern home. Collectors appreciate the historical accuracy of his Swiss views, such as the Gezicht op de Pont de Thiele. These pieces provide a window into the eighteenth-century countryside without the clutter of romantic exaggeration.