“Willows and Farmhouses at Saint Catherine les Arras,” an oil on canvas painting by Camille Corot, was created in 1871. This artwork, representative of the Realism movement, is categorized as a landscape genre.
The artwork depicts a serene rural scene, characterized by towering willow trees dominating the composition. Adjacent to the trees are farmhouses, their rustic architecture blending harmoniously with the natural environment. The subdued color palette and the meticulous attention to detail in the depiction of foliage and structures evoke a tranquil, almost timeless atmosphere. In the distance, a figure dressed in a red headscarf and white apron is barely visible, adding a subtle human element that enhances the realism of the scene. The overall mood conveyed is one of peaceful simplicity, capturing the quiet beauty of the countryside.
