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Moonlight on the edge of the Gulf, c. 1855-60 (oil on panel)
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Moonlight on the edge of the Gulf, c. 1855-60 (oil on panel)
989224 Moonlight on the edge of the Gulf, c.1855-60 (oil on panel) by Corot, Jean Baptiste Camille (1796-1875); 63.5x35.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Moonlight on the edge of the Gulf; Claire de Lune au bord d un Golfe. Jean Baptiste Camille Corot (1796-1875). Oil on panel. Painted circa 1855-60. 63.5 x 35.6cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22307706
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Moonlight on the Edge of the Gulf
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is a captivating oil painting by French artist Jean Baptiste Camille Corot, created between 1855 and 1860. This enchanting artwork measures 63.5x35.6 cm and is currently held in a private collection. Corot's masterpiece depicts a serene scene at nightfall, where the moon casts its ethereal glow upon the edge of a tranquil gulf. The artist skillfully captures the play of light and shadow, creating an atmosphere that exudes both mystery and tranquility. In this nocturnal landscape, we see only one figure - a lone man walking along the coastline. His solitary presence adds to the sense of solitude and peacefulness conveyed in this piece. The hilly terrain surrounding him further enhances the natural beauty of this coastal setting. Corot was known for his realistic approach to painting, belonging to the Barbizon School movement that emphasized capturing nature as it truly appeared. In "Moonlight on the Edge of the Gulf" he masterfully portrays not just physical space but also evokes emotions through his use of color and brushstrokes. This exquisite artwork transports viewers into a world illuminated by moonlight, inviting them to contemplate nature's beauty under its gentle glow. Corot's ability to capture such atmospheric moments makes "Moonlight on the Edge of the Gulf" an exceptional example of 19th-century European art.
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