A Family at Terracina by Camille Corot

A Family at Terracina 1871

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drawing, lithograph, print, paper

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drawing

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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ink painting

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lithograph

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print

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pencil sketch

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possibly oil pastel

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paper

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underpainting

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france

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watercolour bleed

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watercolour illustration

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mixed medium

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watercolor

This etching, "A Family at Terracina," created in 1871 by renowned French artist Camille Corot, is a delicate yet powerful portrayal of a group of figures gathered in a pastoral setting. Corot, a master of the Barbizon school, is known for his romanticized landscapes and soft, hazy light. This print showcases his signature style, with its subtle tones and blurred forms, creating a sense of tranquility and poetic intimacy. It is currently housed in the prestigious collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.

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