Souvenir of Mortefontaine (1864) by Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot

Souvenir of Mortefontaine - Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot - 1864

Artwork Information

TitleSouvenir of Mortefontaine
ArtistJean-Baptiste Camille Corot
Date1864
MediumOil on Canvas
Dimensions25 1/2 x 35 in.
Art MovementRomanticism
Current LocationLouvre, Paris, France
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About Souvenir of Mortefontaine

Souvenir de Mortefontaine is a masterpiece of landscape painting created by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot in 1864. The oil-on-canvas painting depicts a serene scene of a woman and children enjoying the quietness by a placid lake. The painting is considered one of Corot’s poetic masterpieces, reflecting his signature style of capturing the essence of nature in its simplest form.

Corot was a key figure in landscape painting and the leading painter of the Barbizon school of France during mid-19th century. He developed his unique style characterized by delicate brushwork, subdued color palette, and heightened focus on atmosphere and lyricism. Upon its completion, “Souvenir de Mortefontaine” became one of his most successful works, loved for its tranquil beauty.

The painting is now housed at the Louvre in Paris -a testament to its artistic significance- where it has bewitched generations with its timeless appeal. Visitors from around the world marvel at how Corot was able to capture such nuance and loveliness into one work that embodies peace and quietness. The preparatory drawing for this piece is also available at The Frick Collection in New York City – a must-see for anyone interested in learning more about this iconic artwork.

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