Home > Animals > Birds > Waterfowl > Ducks > Blue Duck
A Corner of Moret-sur-Loing, 1895. Creator: Alfred Sisley
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
A Corner of Moret-sur-Loing, 1895. Creator: Alfred Sisley
A Corner of Moret-sur-Loing, 1895
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 36329446
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
Alfred Sisley Arthur Sisley Duck Ducks Dwelling Geese Goose Natural Setting Pond Sisley Alfred Sisley Arthur Waterfowl
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Birds
> Ducks
> Pond Duck
> Animals
> Birds
> Ducks
> Related Images
> Animals
> Birds
> Waterfowl
> Ducks
> Blue Duck
> Animals
> Birds
> Waterfowl
> Ducks
> Maned Duck
> Animals
> Birds
> Waterfowl
> Ducks
> Related Images
> Animals
> Birds
> Waterfowl
> Geese
> Related Images
> Animals
> Birds
> Waterfowl
> Related Images
> Animals
> Mammals
> Pitheciidae
> Discolor
> Animals
> Mammals
> Tupaiidae
> Discolor
> Arts
> Artists
> D
> Alfred
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Corner of Moret-sur-Loing," painted by Alfred Sisley in 1895, captures the idyllic charm of rural France. This pastel drawing on gray wove paper with blue fibers discolored to tan depicts a quiet scene of a pond in the picturesque village of Moret-sur-Loing, located in Seine-et-Marne, Ile de France, France. The natural setting is filled with a sense of tranquility, as ducks and geese glide effortlessly on the water's surface, while a man with a fishing rod casts a line into the pond. In the background, buildings and trees line the banks of the pond, adding to the rustic and rural feel of the scene. Alfred Sisley, a prominent French painter of the Impressionist movement, masterfully captures the play of light and color on the water and the surrounding landscape. The artist's use of pastel and stumping techniques adds texture and depth to the drawing, bringing the scene to life. This work is a testament to the beauty of the natural world and the simple pleasures of rural life. It invites the viewer to take a moment to appreciate the beauty of the natural setting and the peaceful rhythm of rural life. The drawing is now part of the permanent collection of the Art Institute of Chicago, where it continues to inspire and delight visitors from around the world. The scene is further enhanced by the presence of a man and a woman, who add a sense of human connection to the natural world. The man, with his back to the viewer, is intently focused on his fishing rod, while the woman, dressed in a long skirt and blouse, watches the waterfowl with a sense of wonder. The inclusion of these figures adds a sense of timelessness to the scene, as they go about their daily activities in this idyllic setting. This corner of Moret-sur-Loing, as depicted by Alfred Sisley, is a reminder of the simple pleasures of rural life and the beauty of the natural world. It invites us to take a moment to appreciate the world around us and to find inspiration in the simple things.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
