Breton Woman and her Little Girl 1865

"Breton Woman and her Little Girl" is a painting by French artist Camille Corot, created in 1865. The painting depicts a simple, tender moment between a mother and child in a rural setting. Corot, known for his soft, luminous landscapes, uses delicate brushstrokes and a muted palette to capture the gentle intimacy of the scene. The woman's traditional Breton attire and the basket at their feet suggest a life of rural labor. The overall effect is one of quiet beauty and tranquility, characteristic of Corot's later works, which were often inspired by scenes of everyday life.