The artwork titled “Autumn on the Thames” is an oil on canvas painting created by James Tissot between approximately 1871 and 1872. It belongs to the Impressionism movement and is categorized as a genre painting. Currently, it resides in a private collection.
The artwork depicts an idyllic autumn scene along the Thames River. In the foreground, three figures are engaged in leisure activities by the edge of the river, highlighting the Victorian era’s social elegance. A woman stands gracefully on the riverbank, peering through binoculars, while another woman, seated, appears to be gazing introspectively into the serene waters. A man, partly hidden, attends to a small rowing boat. The backdrop is a picturesque display of autumn foliage, painted with rich, warm hues of gold, brown, and orange, capturing the essence of the season’s transformative beauty. The detailed depiction of the attire, the careful rendering of light, and the tranquil ambiance combine to create a vivid narrative moment, emblematic of Tissot’s artistic prowess in capturing contemporary life with both charm and precision.
