The Old Bridge
c. 1860-1865 Art Gallery of New South Wales
About this artwork
An oil on canvas painting depicting a stone bridge spanning a tranquil river under a cloudy, overcast sky. The work is characteristic of the artist's mature period, focusing on atmospheric light and soft, painterly textures.
Did you know?
Corot was a pivotal figure who bridged the gap between the rigid Neoclassicism of the early 19th century and the revolutionary Impressionist movement that followed. He often returned to his favorite sites in the French countryside to paint them at different times of day, seeking to capture the 'soul' of the landscape rather than a precise topographic record. His influence was so profound that many young Impressionists, including Monet, famously claimed that there was only one master in their time: Corot.
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The Old Bridge
Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot, c. 1860-1865
