Factory on the Oise at Pontoise 1873

"Factory on the Oise at Pontoise" is a watercolor painting by Camille Pissarro from 1873. The painting depicts a factory on the banks of the Oise River in Pontoise, France, with smoke billowing from its chimneys. Pissarro was a key figure in the Impressionist movement, and this work exemplifies his signature style, characterized by loose brushstrokes, vibrant colors, and an emphasis on capturing the fleeting effects of light. The painting's subject matter, a factory in a rural setting, reflects Pissarro's interest in the changing landscape of France during the Industrial Revolution.