The Philosophers' Retreat (Le Repos des Philosophes)

1871

Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

Associated Names
Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

Artist, French, 1796 - 1875

The image shows a forested area with slender trees surrounding a clearing. The trees have bare branches, and the view leads to a sunlit opening in the distance. There are figures near the trees, and one figure stands alone. The artwork is done in soft brushstrokes with a sepia tone, creating a warm and aged appearance. The scene has a balanced use of light and dark shades, emphasizing the natural elements.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.2832

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Delteil, no. 25, State ii/iii

Artwork history & notes

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

Q64959156

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