The Flood at Port Marly 1876

Alfred Sisley's "The Flood at Port Marly" (1876) depicts a flooded street in the French town of Port Marly. The painting, now located in the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in Madrid, showcases the Impressionist style with loose brushstrokes and vibrant colors, particularly in the depiction of the sky and the reflection of light on the water. This work is a quintessential example of Sisley's mastery of capturing the effects of light and atmosphere on the landscape, a signature theme in his art. The composition showcases the flooding of the street as a result of the Seine River rising, while the figures in the foreground add a sense of scale and context to the scene.