There are artists whose paintings are as if permeated through air and light. This is Sisley Alfred. When you look at his paintings, you want to find yourself in that sunny and beautiful world that this painter saw and managed to convey this vision on canvas by the power of his artistic talent. One of the fathers of Impressionism - Camille Pissarro - once noticed that Sisley writes in a new way every time. From the lips of a venerable artist, such words sounded like the highest praise, because he considered this quality to be fundamental in impressionist painting. Nevertheless, during his lifetime, this talented artist was not able to achieve the recognition of critics and the public and died in complete obscurity and poverty.
Alfred Sisley - biography, the beginning of his career
The future artist was born in Paris on October 30, 1839. Happy parents named the newborn Alfred. It was a wealthy family, the father of the child successfully traded in silk and was able to give his son the best upbringing and education. Of course, the elder Sisley dreamed that his son would follow in his footsteps, and therefore, when Alfred was 18 years old, he was sent to England to learn commercial business. But it was not commerce that attracted the young man, but painting. In England, he became interested in the landscapes of Turner and the painting of Constable and Bonnington.
Upon returning home, Sisley Alfred goes to study in the art workshop of Glair. There he met with Auguste Renoir, Claude Monet and Frederic Bazil. All four are looking for new ways in art, so Glair’s academic background quickly disappoints them. Sisley with friends leaves for the picturesque place of Chailly near Fonteblo. This is where his career begins. The artist forever gave his heart to the lovely provincial landscapes.
Further life in art
In 1866, Sisley Alfred worked a lot in the open air in Marlotte with Renoir. In 1866 he painted landscapes in Honfleur. Then the artist is attracted by Argenteuil and, of course, Port Marley, which he especially liked.
In parallel with his work, Sisley begins to take part in exhibitions. For the first time, critics drew attention to him in 1874. I must say that this artist did not feel a great need for fame. He had a restrained and shy disposition, he did not strive for leadership. Perhaps it was these qualities that prevented him from achieving the success that accompanied his comrades - Monet, Renoir and Pizarro.
After 1877, Sisley Alfred completely ceases to exhibit and devotes his time entirely to painting and family. He lives very modestly, receiving mere pennies for his paintings. With fellow art almost does not communicate. But difficult life circumstances do not affect his painting. The landscapes of Sisley are still permeated with light and joy.
In 1897, Sisley arranged a personal exhibition. But criticism reacted to it with absolute indifference, which was a big blow for the artist. In 1899, at the age of 60, Sisley died, and he waited for recognition.
Sisley Pictures
In his landscapes, Sisley always sought to convey the subtle play of light and color that he observed in nature. His paintings are characterized by an exquisite range, their motifs are simple and charming.
Next, you can read a short list of the most famous paintings that Alfred Sisley presented to the world. Pictures "Village on the banks of the Seine", "Alley in the suburbs" were born on the outskirts of Paris. Haystacks, Boats in Bougival, Square in Argentine, Flood in Port Marly, Voisin Village, Oise Coast, Orchard in Spring, Seine near Suren, Canal Luen "," Laundresses in Bougival "," Meadow in Bi "and others were painted by the artist in different years of life in different parts of France.
Sisley's paintings in Russia
Unfortunately, in Russian museums there are very few paintings by Alfred Sisley, or rather, only two. In the Hermitage you can see the beautiful painting "The Village on the Seine", another name for this painting is "The Town of Villeneuve-la-Garren". And another landscape called "Frost in Louveciennes" is in the Museum of Fine Arts. Pushkin in Moscow.