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The Flood at Port Marly, by Alfred Sisley, oil, 1888

The Flood at Port Marly

Alfred Sisley

1888

oil

canvas

From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

The Flood at Port Marly is a 1888 oil by Alfred Sisley, a Impressionism work, held at Fitzwilliam Museum.

Who painted this?
Alfred Sisley
When & what style?
1888 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Fitzwilliam Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a flooded landscape with a few buildings in the background. In the foreground, a small boat is tied to a tree, and the water level is high, almost reaching the bottom of the trees. The sky above is gray and cloudy. The scene is tranquil, with no signs of human activity or panic. The artist's use of muted colors adds to the sense of calmness. The focus is on the natural scene, with the buildings in the background serving as a subtle reminder of human presence. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, look up Alfred Sisley.

About the artist

Portrait of Alfred Sisley
Artist

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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