Seine and Old Bridge at Limay
1872 Los Angeles County Museum of Art
About this artwork
This landscape oil painting depicts the bridge at Limay spanning the Seine River, rendered in the artist's characteristic atmospheric, soft-focus style. It is part of the collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Did you know?
Corot painted this scene during the final years of his life, a period in which he became renowned for his silvery, poetic landscapes. His work during this time served as a vital bridge between the classical landscape tradition and the emerging Impressionist movement, deeply influencing younger artists like Monet. The subtle atmospheric qualities of his later works were achieved through a meticulous layering process that prioritized mood over rigid topographical accuracy.
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Seine and Old Bridge at Limay
Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot, 1872
