The artwork, titled “Dreamer at the Fountain,” was created by Camille Corot between circa 1860 and circa 1870. Rendered in oil on canvas, this piece exemplifies the Romanticism art movement. The dimensions of the artwork are 64 by 43 centimeters, and it belongs to the portrait genre. It is currently housed in a private collection.
In “Dreamer at the Fountain,” a solitary female figure stands contemplatively beside a fountain, her hand gently resting on a small urn while the other touches her chin in a thoughtful pose. She is dressed in traditional attire, which includes a dark bodice, green sleeves, and a vividly colored apron over a long skirt. The natural surroundings, with a soft, muted palette, lend an air of serenity and reflection to the composition, characteristic of Corot’s Romantic style. The gentle play of light and shadow enhances the dreamy quality of the scene, inviting the viewer to share in the introspective moment of the subject.
