Lormes Goat-Girl, Sitting Beside a Stream in a Forest 1842

This painting by Camille Corot, titled "Lormes Goat-Girl, Sitting Beside a Stream in a Forest", depicts a young woman sitting by a stream in a lush, verdant forest. The woman is dressed in traditional garb, her red cap a vibrant splash of color against the muted greens and browns of the landscape. The scene is bathed in a soft, diffused light, characteristic of Corot's style, creating a sense of tranquility and romanticism. The painting exemplifies the Barbizon School's focus on nature and its influence on the human experience, with Corot's signature style characterized by atmospheric effects and soft, painterly brushstrokes.