Camille Corot
1796–1875 · French · 31 artworks
RealismRomanticismBarbizon Schooltonal paintingatmospheric perspectivesoft brushworkmuted color palettesilvery light
artist bio
Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot was a French landscape painter known for bridging the gap between Neoclassical landscape painting and Impressionism. He emphasized tonal values and atmospheric perspective, influencing generations of artists with his lyrical and evocative depictions of nature.
what you'll learn
Studying Corot's work allows students to understand the transition from traditional landscape painting to more modern approaches, focusing on capturing light and atmosphere. Students can learn about simplifying forms and using a limited palette to create harmonious compositions.
related: Theodore Rousseau, Charles-Francois Daubigny, Claude Monet
31 artworks
The Evaux Mill at Chiery, near Chateau Thierry
1860
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The Belfry of Douai
1871
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Venice View of the Esclavons Quay
1834
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The Bridge at Grez sur Loing
1860
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Morning, Woman Hearding Cows
1865
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The Pont de Narni
1827
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Waterfall on the Romagnes
1872
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In the Vicinity of Geneva
1850
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A Village Street, Dardagny
1853
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Boid-Guillaumi, near Rouen. A Gate Flanked by Two Posts
1822
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Path Towards a House in the Countryside
1864
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Honfleur Calvary on the Cote de Grace
1830
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Roman Countryside Rocky Valley with a Herd of Pigs
1828
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Olevano, La Serpentara
1827
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Landscape with Three Figures
1860
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The Inn at Montigny les Cormeilles
1830
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Three Trees with a View of the Lake
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The Roman Campagna with the Claudian Aqueduct
1828
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Arleux du Nord, the Drocourt Mill, on the Sensee
1871
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Landscape, Setting Sun (The Little Shepherd)
1840
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The Church at Marissel, near Beauvais
1866
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Soissons, Houses and Factory of Mr. Henry
1833
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Chartres Cathedral
1830
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Evening Distant Tower
1865
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A Road Near Arras (Cottages)
1858
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Jimieges
1831
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Landscape at Mornex, Haute Savoie
1842
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Landscape Composition Italian Scenery
1832
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Mont Soracte
1827
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Plains near Beauvais
1870
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Courtyard of a bakery near Paris (Courtyard of a House near Paris)
1865
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