Le Pont de Moret-sur-Loing, Temps de Crue (The Bridge at Moret-sur-Loing, Flood Time) by Alfred Sisley
Description: Le Pont de Moret-sur-Loing, Temps de Crue (The Bridge at Moret-sur-Loing, Flood Time) (circa 1889) depicts the dramatic effects of a flood at the bridge in Moret-sur-Loing, a town in France known for its picturesque river views. Alfred Sisley captures the scene with his characteristic Impressionist style, using loose brushstrokes and a varied color palette to portray the swollen river and the surrounding floodwaters. The painting highlights the power of nature and the impact of the flood on the landscape, emphasizing the dynamic interplay between water and architecture.
Alfred Sisley, born in Paris in 1839, was a prominent Impressionist painter known for his focus on landscapes. Influenced by Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Sisley’s work often captures the beauty and variability of nature, with a particular interest in the effects of light and weather. Le Pont de Moret-sur-Loing, Temps de Crue demonstrates his ability to convey the atmospheric conditions of the scene and reflects his deep connection to the natural world.
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Location and Date Created: Created around 1889, Moret-sur-Loing, France.
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Medium: Oil on canvas.
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Full Artwork Name: Le Pont de Moret-sur-Loing, Temps de Crue (The Bridge at Moret-sur-Loing, Flood Time).
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Artwork Style: Impressionism, focusing on natural effects and atmospheric conditions.
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Subject/Topic: The bridge at Moret-sur-Loing during a flood, capturing the dramatic impact of high water levels on the landscape.
