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Horseman in the Woods, Large Plate (Le Grand Cavalier sous bois)

Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a scene with a rider on horseback traveling along an uneven path. Trees frame the rider on both sides, with loose and expressive brushstrokes giving a textured, sketch-like quality to the foliage and trees. The monochrome color palette is rendered in sepia tones, emphasizing the intricate line work and stippling techniques used to convey depth and texture.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1854
Medium
cliché-verre
Dimensions
3510 × 4435 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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