A Rustic Court-Yard

Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

Created:
Movement:
c. 1850
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Pastoral tranquility, atmospheric light.
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Oil on canvas
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A Rustic Court-Yard by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot (1796–1875) was a pivotal figure in the transition from traditional neoclassical painting to the innovations of the Impressionist movement. His painting, A Rustic Court-Yard, created circa 1850, exemplifies his mastery of landscape art through the medium of oil on canvas. Corot's work is characterized by its delicate interplay of light and shadow, capturing the serene atmosphere of rural life. This piece reflects his ability to blend realistic detail with a poetic sensibility, influencing subsequent generations of artists. Corot's contributions to art were significant in shaping the Barbizon School, which emphasized naturalism and paved the way for modern landscape painting. His legacy is evident in the works of later Impressionists who admired his approach to capturing the essence of nature.

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A Rustic Court-Yard by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

Created circa 1850, "A Rustic Court-Yard" by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the artist's transition from neoclassical to naturalistic styles. The artwork depicts a serene rural scene, capturing the tranquil beauty of a countryside courtyard with Corot's characteristic soft brushwork and atmospheric light.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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A Rustic Court-Yard