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Willows and Poplars

1871

Jean Baptiste Camille Corot

(French, 1796–1875)
published by

Robaut

Culture
France, 19th century
Medium
lithograph with chine collé
Support
Wove paper with chine collé
Measurements
Sheet: 40.4 x 56.7 cm (15 7/8 x 22 5/16 in.); Chine collé: 25.7 x 39.4 cm (10 1/8 x 15 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Robert M. Light in honor of Louise S. Richards 2002.14
Catalogue raisonné
Delteil 30, Melot 30
State
II/II
Edition
50
Public Domain
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Location
Not on view
Print

Description

Willows and Poplars summarizes Corot’s aesthetic, combining elements from the classical tradition from which he evolved with the hazy poetic character of his mature style. The dream of Arcadia is suggested by the two figures, utterly removed from time and place, reclining under the grove of trees. The line is so relaxed that it draws the beholder into a contemplative state of reverie.
A lithograph depicts a horizontal landscape in monochromatic reddish-brown ink on cream-colored paper. Along the left, a textured willow tree leans toward the center, while tall, slender trees occupy the right. A small figure stands on the far left, and two seated figures rest in the middle distance. Hatching lines define the foliage and ground. In the lower-left corner, the name "COROT" is printed (see "Inscriptions").

Willows and Poplars

1871

Jean Baptiste Camille Corot, Robaut

(French, 1796–1875)
France, 19th century

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