Village near a Factory
- Artist
- Henri Rousseau
- Date
- 1907 - 1908
- Style
- Naïve art
- Genre
- Cityscape
'Village near a Factory' is a picturesque canvas painting that portrays the rich history of Suresnes, a commune positioned strategically between the Seine and Mont Valérien. This oil painting, bordering on Naïve art (primitivism), represents the diverse economic activities the region has witnessed. It captures scenes of fishing on the river, lush vineyards on hilltops, and industries along the riverbank. The factory in the background suggests the technological prowess of the town, underscored by the existence of the La Défense business center nearby. This Cityscape painting is a textured narrative of Suresnes' evolution from a rustic village to an industrial town.
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