“The Road from Gennevilliers” is an oil-on-canvas artwork created by Alfred Sisley in 1872. As an exemplary piece within the Impressionism movement, this landscape painting measures 38 x 46 cm.
In the artwork, Alfred Sisley portrays a tranquil, semi-urban scene featuring a winding road bordered by considerable foliage on both sides. To the left, the road is flanked by tall trees, under which buildings with varying architectural subtlety rest. On the right, the path is slightly elevated and shaded by more verdant trees. The sky above is expansive and dynamic, illustrated with billowing clouds in various tones, reflecting the Impressionist fascination with light and atmosphere. A bridge structure can be seen in the distance, contributing to the composition’s depth. The human figures, albeit diminutive, add a sense of life and scale to the serene environment. The artwork effectively captures the ephemeral beauty of a moment in time, conveying the peaceful harmony between nature and human presence in an Impressionist manner.
