The artwork titled “The Slopes of Bougival,” crafted by Alfred Sisley in 1875, is an oil-on-canvas masterpiece, measuring 50 by 61 centimeters. This work, which is part of the Impressionism movement, represents a landscape genre and is currently housed in the National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa, Canada.
The artwork portrays a serene riverside landscape characterized by the tranquil water body and a wooded countryside. The scene features a modest boat moored along the riverbank, with a wooden structure extending into the water. The river’s reflective surface and the soft, muted tones of the trees and foliage illustrate the Impressionist technique, capturing the subtle nuances of natural light and atmosphere. The rolling hills in the background, with their varied shades of green, and the overcast sky overhead suggest a tranquil, overcast day, beautifully rendered with Sisley’s deft brushstrokes and attention to the ephemeral effects of light on the landscape.
