“A Path in Louveciennes” is an artwork created by Alfred Sisley in 1876. It is an oil painting on canvas, measuring 49.2 x 65.1 cm, and belongs to the Impressionism art movement. The painting is a cityscape and currently resides in a private collection.
The artwork portrays a serene path in the village of Louveciennes, captured during an evocative time of day which is likely near sunset, as suggested by the rich, warm tones and the dramatic sky. The path is bordered by lush greenery to the left and quaint houses to the right, rendered in Sisley’s characteristic loose, yet expressive brushwork. The sky dominates the upper half of the canvas, filled with swirling clouds that reflect the combination of daylight fading into dusk. The composition and play of light imbue the entire scene with a tranquil, yet captivating atmosphere, hallmarking the Impressionist focus on capturing the transient effects of natural light.
