“Autumn in Louveciennes,” created in 1873 by Alfred Sisley, is an oil on canvas painting measuring 38 x 55 cm. This work is an example of the Impressionist movement and it represents a landscape genre. As of the last known information, the painting is held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a serene autumn landscape in Louveciennes, a village that was a favored subject for many Impressionist artists. The palette is muted, consisting of earthy tones that convey the changing colors of the foliage and the chill of the upcoming winter. Leafless trees and those with sparse canopies dot the composition, allowing for views of the sky and creating a sense of openness. The brushwork is loose and visible, characteristic of the Impressionist style, which aims to capture the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere rather than to depict a scene with high precision. Dwellings with white walls and darker roofs are interspersed among the trees, adding a human element to the natural scene. The absence of strong shadows suggests an overcast day, and the overall effect is one of tranquility and the passage of time as the season transitions from the vibrancy of summer to the dormancy of winter.
