The artwork “Barges at Billancourt” was created by the artist Alfred Sisley in 1877. Painted with oil on canvas, this piece belongs to the Impressionist movement and measures 46.5 by 56.3 centimeters. It depicts a landscape scene and is currently housed in the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
“Barges at Billancourt” presents a picturesque view of a riverside, characterized by the presence of industrial barges docked along the shore. The composition is dominated by a sky filled with heavy, expressive clouds, capturing the essence of an overcast day. The trees on the left provide a verdant counterpoint to the earthy tones of the ground and the water. Figures are seen near the barges, adding a sense of scale and human activity to the scene. Sisley’s technique involves loose, energetic brushstrokes that embody the spontaneity and vibrancy of the Impressionist style.
