Alfred Sisley

Alfred Sisley was a French painter born in 1839 and active until his death in 1899. He is best known as a key figure in the Impressionist movement, focusing primarily on landscape painting. Sisley was born in Paris to British parents, which influenced his artistic perspective and style. Throughout his career, he struggled with financial instability, yet he produced a significant body of work characterized by his delicate use of light and color. His contributions to Impressionism have been recognized for their lyrical quality and innovative approach to capturing the effects of nature. Despite his relatively low profile during his lifetime, Sisley's work has gained considerable appreciation in the art world posthumously.