The artwork, titled “Normandy, the Water Path, in the Evening at Sahurs,” was created by Alfred Sisley in 1894 using oil on canvas. This piece, which belongs to the Impressionism movement, measures 81 by 100 centimeters and depicts a landscape scene. Currently, it is housed in the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rouen in Rouen, France.
In the artwork, one can observe a serene and tranquil depiction of a water path enveloped by lush vegetation during an evening scene. The foreground is dominated by dense greenery and a meandering path that leads the viewer’s eye towards the river, which occupies the middle ground. On the far bank, a sailboat can be seen gently gliding on the calm waters, adding a touch of human presence to the natural setting. The distant horizon showcases a blend of trees and gentle hills under a soft sky with scattered clouds. Sisley’s application of light, color, and brushstrokes captures the ephemeral beauty and calmness of the evening light, characteristic of Impressionist ideals.
