Apple Trees on a Hillside near Saint-Lô

Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

Created:

Movement:

1852

Realism

key Notes:

Luminous Landscape, Impressionistic Brushwork

Dimensions:

25 1/4 x 32 1/4 in. (64.1 x 81.3 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Apple Trees on a Hillside near Saint-Lô," painted by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot in 1865, exemplifies the artist's engagement with the landscape of Normandy, reflecting his interest in the interplay of light and nature. This work is significant within the context of the Barbizon School, as it demonstrates Corot's influence on the development of Impressionism through its emphasis on atmospheric effects and the depiction of rural life.

Description of the work:

"Apple Trees on a Hillside near Saint-Lô," painted by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot in 1865, depicts a serene landscape characterized by a gentle slope adorned with apple trees, rendered in soft, muted colors that evoke a sense of tranquility. The composition is marked by a harmonious interplay of light and shadow, with dappled sunlight filtering through the foliage, creating a delicate atmosphere that highlights Corot's mastery of plein air painting.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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