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Little Shepherd, 1st Plate (Le Petit Berger)

Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a low-angle view of a dense cluster of trees with the horizon near the top center of the frame. A small clearing is visible, with a figure leaning against a tree to the right. The trees have fine, detailed brushstrokes showing intricate foliage and tree bark textures. The color palette is monochrome with sepia and brown tones, creating depth and contrast. Light and shadow are depicted subtly, adding to the serene and slightly mysterious atmosphere of the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1855
Medium
cliché-verre
Dimensions
3426 × 4458 px
Public Domain
Yes
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