Young Woman and Death (La Jeune Fille et la Mort)

1854

Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

Associated Names
Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

Artist, French, 1796 - 1875

The image displays a sketch with a scene featuring two figures in a natural setting. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, showing one figure standing and another crouching. The depiction includes a horizon that is not distinctly defined due to the abstract style of the sketch. Expressive brushstrokes and strong linear elements create a sense of movement. The color scheme is primarily brown, lending a warm tone to the sketch. A detailed tree is prominently featured in the foreground, with its branches extending across the scene. The figures are depicted with expressive lines, suggesting action and dynamism. The contrast between darker strokes and the lighter background adds depth and visual interest to the composition.

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Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

2009

  • The Darker Side of Light: Arts of Privacy, 1850-1900, Hammer Museum, Los Angeles; NGA; Smart Museum of Art, Chicago, 2009 - 2010

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

Q65510098

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