The artwork titled “Molesey Weir at Hampton Court Morning” was created by Alfred Sisley in 1874. This piece, rendered in oil on canvas, aligns with the Impressionist movement and belongs to the landscape genre. Measuring 50 by 75 centimeters, the artwork is currently housed in the Scottish National Gallery in Edinburgh, UK.
The artwork captures a tranquil morning scene at Molesey Weir near Hampton Court. The weir, with its angular structures jutting out into the flowing water, serves as the central focus. The water, painted with broad strokes and varying shades of blue and white, cascades dynamically over the weir, creating a vivid depiction of motion. In the foreground, individuals are seen by the water’s edge, adding a human element to the picturesque landscape. The sky, a mosaic of soft clouds, dominates the upper half of the composition, painted in light hues of blue and grey. The surrounding foliage, rendered in lush, deep greens, frames the scene, providing a serene and contemplative atmosphere characteristic of Impressionist landscapes.
