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Boatman (Le Batelier)

Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

National Gallery of Art

The drawing depicts a view along a body of water. The perspective is slightly elevated, with a horizon line towards the top of the image. Trees with densely scribbled canopies are visible, along with some tall trees on the left and right sides. A small boat with a seated figure is on the water. The drawing is done using energetic and expressive lines, creating a sense of movement and texture. The color palette is monochromatic, with black ink on off-white paper, providing a sharp contrast.

Artwork Details

Date
1874
Medium
cliché-verre
Dimensions
4393 × 3227 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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