The Poet and His Muse (Le Poete et la muse)

1871

Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

Associated Names
Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

Artist, French, 1796 - 1875

The image shows a landscape sketch with loose, expressive lines creating texture and form. The horizon is suggested by a gradual slope. In the distance, two figures are depicted in profile. Energetic crossed hatching gives a sense of movement and depth. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of brown. The varied line density creates the impression of a natural setting, possibly a forested area with dense foliage and sparse clearings for light to penetrate.

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Bibliography

1906

  • Delteil, Loys. Le peintre-graveur illustre. 31 vols. Paris: Published by the author, 1906-1926. Reprint. New York: Collectors Editions, Da Capo Press, 1969. Vol. 30 (Albert Besnard) is by Louis Godefroy.

Wikidata ID

Q65510126

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