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Little Shepherd, 1st Plate (Le Petit Berger)

Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a landscape with a forest scene viewed at eye level. The horizon, marked by a line of trees and foliage, is relatively high in the composition. There is a lighter patch of sky on the horizon, possibly suggesting a clearing or valley beyond. The brushstrokes or etched lines are detailed, capturing the intricacies of tree trunks, branches, and leaves. The color palette is limited to sepia tones. A solitary figure stands next to a tree close to the viewer, adding a focal point. The dense canopy of leaves covers the upper section of the image, creating an enclosed feeling in the landscape.

Artwork Details

Date
1855
Medium
cliché-verre
Dimensions
3432 × 4479 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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