Boatman among the Reeds
The Met
Artist: Camille Corot(French, Paris 1796–1875 Paris)
Date: ca. 1865
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 23 1/2 x 32 in. (59.7 x 81.3 cm)
Credit Line: The Friedsam Collection, Bequest of Michael Friedsam, 1931
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
Trees on a bank overlooking water under a cloudy sky, with small figures and a boat
Detailed Description
The painting is a landscape scene dominated by a wide body of water and a cloudy sky. The foreground on the left features a dark, earthy bank rising slightly, covered with sparse vegetation and small, dark trees. Several taller trees with slender trunks and dark, leafy canopies stand on this bank, extending upwards into the sky. One tree, slightly left of center, has a lighter, almost white trunk. Beneath these trees, on the bank, two small, indistinct figures are visible, one appearing to sit or crouch. To the right, the bank slopes down towards the water, which occupies the middle ground and extends across the canvas. The water's surface is a muted gray-blue, reflecting the overcast sky. On the far side of the water, a distant, low-lying landmass with faint structures is visible. In the lower right corner, a small, dark boat is partially obscured by tall, reedy vegetation growing from the water's edge. Another small figure, possibly in the boat or standing near it, is visible amidst the reeds, wearing a light-colored top. The sky above is filled with soft, voluminous gray and white clouds against a pale blue background. The overall color palette is subdued, featuring greens, grays, blues, and browns.
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