The Church at Moret in the Sun, 66×82 cm, oil on canvas, 1893. Held at Rouen Municipal Museum. In 1880, Sisley moved to the picturesque medieval town of Moret-sur-Loing, captivated by the old houses and Gothic church in the town center, as well as the bright natural scenery surrounding it. He once invited his artist friend Monet to come sketch together, and spent the rest of his life here. The Church at Moret in the Sun is a masterpiece from Sisley's later years. Like Monet’s series of churches, he painted the church series according to seasons and times of day, attempting to capture the subtleties of light. The Church at Moret in the Sun is the most unrestrained, passionate, and perfect piece in this series. Dazzling sunlight shines brilliantly upon the church; the shadows of opposite houses are cast unusually onto the church. The antique church is divided into light and shadow. The upper part features bright, dazzling light, contrasting with the shadows below. Under generous expressive brushstrokes, emotional colors, and rhythmic structure, it perfectly captures the scene of the brilliant noon hour, revealing the artist’s most sincere feelings and sensibility. Art critic Adolphe Tavernier explained the landscapes painted by Sisley: "The sky is not merely a simple background." According to him, he often mastered different compositions, such as an avenue or a field, which all contributed to the depth of the landscape, while clouds gave rhythm to the painting.