Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot (1796–1875) was a French landscape painter and printmaker renowned for blending classical techniques with a focus on natural scenery. He played a key role in transitioning from traditional academic painting to the plein air (outdoor) style that influenced the Impressionists. Corot's work features soft, luminous light and delicate atmospheres, capturing the essence of nature with subtle realism. His ability to evoke mood and atmosphere while maintaining precise detail made him a pivotal figure in 19th-century landscape art, bridging the gap between neoclassicism and modern painting.