The artwork “Portrait of Madame Langeron, Four Years Old,” rendered by Camille Corot in 1845, exemplifies the Realism art movement. This oil-on-canvas portrait measures 24.5 by 19.1 centimeters and is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork portrays a young girl, the eponymous Madame Langeron at the age of four, positioned against a muted background. Her auburn hair is parted in the middle and gently curls around her face. She wears a white dress with short sleeves and a gathered bodice. The subject’s serene expression and reflective gaze convey a sense of innocence and introspection. In her hands, she delicately holds a small toy figure seated on a bright red chair, adding a touch of warmth and a glimpse into her childhood. Corot’s meticulous attention to detail and delicate brushwork are evident in the rendering of the girl’s features and the soft folds of her dress, capturing both her physical likeness and her youthful essence.
