The artwork, titled “Construction Site at Saint Mammes,” was painted by Alfred Sisley in 1880. This oil on canvas piece measures 65 by 92 cm and belongs to the Impressionism art movement. Classified as a cityscape genre, the artwork is presently housed in a private collection.
In the artwork, Sisley captures a serene yet industrious scene on the banks of the river. The foreground features neatly stacked logs and construction materials, suggesting ongoing development or repair. A large, leafy tree dominates the center, providing a natural contrast to the man-made elements around it. Further into the composition, the viewer’s eye is led down a wide path lined with structures and buildings on the right, indicative of a populated area. The presence of a few figures, painted with loose, impressionistic brushstrokes, adds a sense of scale and liveliness to the scene. The sky above, filled with soft, varied hues, infuses the painting with a tranquil atmosphere typical of Sisley’s works.
