1888
oil
canvas
From the collection of Foundation E.G. Bührle Collection
Summer at Bougival is a 1888 oil by Alfred Sisley, depicting Seine, held at Foundation E.G. Bührle Collection.
This painting shows a serene landscape with a winding river, possibly the Seine, on a sunny day. The riverbank is lined with lush greenery and trees, while a few buildings are visible in the distance. The artist's use of light and color creates a sense of warmth and tranquility, drawing the viewer's eye to the river and its surroundings. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, adding to the overall sense of movement and life in the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Alfred Sisley.
Alfred Sisley (; French: ; 30 October 1839–29 January 1899) was a French-Born British Impressionist landscape painter who was born to British parents, but spent most of his life in France.
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