The artwork titled “Landscape by the Lake” was created by the artist Camille Corot between approximately 1865 and 1870. This oil on canvas painting belongs to the Realism art movement and depicts a landscape scene. Currently, the artwork is part of a private collection.
The artwork presents a tranquil and expansive view of a lakeside landscape. Dominating the composition are large, billowing clouds that fill a significant portion of the sky, rendered in soft, muted hues. On the right side, tall, dark trees rise towards the sky, providing a striking contrast against the lighter background. The foreground features a gentle, sloping terrain leading down to the lake, with a few small structures nestled on the left, accentuating the serene and undisturbed nature of the scene. The overall color palette is subdued, with earthy tones and delicate brushwork characteristic of Corot’s meticulous approach to capturing the subtle interplay of light and atmosphere. This serene depiction exemplifies the Realist focus on portraying natural landscapes with fidelity and artistic sensitivity.
