“Factories at Asnieres, Seen from the Quai de Clichy,” an oil painting on canvas completed in 1887 by Vincent van Gogh in Paris, France, is a neo-impressionist cityscape that measures 72.8 by 53.9 cm. The artwork is currently housed in the Saint Louis Art Museum in St. Louis, Missouri, USA.
The artwork features an industrial scene with factories visible in the distance, characterized by their towering smokestacks emitting billows of smoke. The buildings are depicted using a palette of muted earth tones and reds, which stand in contrast to the vibrant yellows and greens of the foreground. The brushstrokes are dynamic and vivid, evocative of Van Gogh’s distinctive style, capturing the essence and movement of the landscape. The scene is framed by a wide expanse of sky with subtle tinges of blue and grey, conveying a somewhat somber yet industrious atmosphere. The portrayal of the factories alongside the natural elements exemplifies the intersection of human industry and the environment during the late 19th century.
