The artwork titled “Fernand Corot, the Painter’s Grand Nephew, at the Age of 4 and a Half Years,” was created by Camille Corot in 1863. This oil on canvas painting belongs to the Realism movement and is a portrait genre piece. It is currently housed in a private collection.
In the artwork, a young boy, identified as Fernand Corot, stands at the center, with a somber and contemplative expression. The boy is dressed in period attire, a light-colored shirt with intricate detailing at the front, and darker trousers. His delicate features are accentuated by Corot’s gentle brushwork, which captures the innocence of youth. The background is muted and dark, drawing attention to the figure, and the overall composition emphasizes simplicity and realism, genuine to Corot’s style. The attention to detail in the clothing and the subject’s delicate expression are exemplary of the Realist movement’s dedication to portraying life with fidelity.
