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Camille Corot

1796
1875
France
Camille Corot (France, 1796–1875) was a prominent landscape painter born in Paris and died in the same city.
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Movement:
Romanticism
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Camille Corot was a French painter born in 1796 and active until his death in 1875. He is associated with the Romanticism movement and is renowned for his landscape paintings that blend realism with poetic elements. Corot's work significantly influenced the development of Impressionism, particularly through his innovative use of light and color. He traveled extensively throughout Italy and France, which enriched his artistic vision and output. His legacy includes a vast body of work that continues to be celebrated for its emotional depth and technical mastery. Corot's contributions to art were recognized during his lifetime, and he remains a pivotal figure in the history of 19th-century painting.

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