A Windmill at Montmartre 1845

"A Windmill at Montmartre" (1845) by Camille Corot, a renowned French painter, captures the essence of the Parisian landscape. The painting depicts a windmill perched atop a hill, with a collection of quaint buildings nestled below. Corot, known for his romantic and lyrical depictions of nature, uses soft brushstrokes to create a sense of atmospheric depth and tranquility. The subtle interplay of light and shadow, and the muted palette, evoke the gentle serenity of the scene. The painting is now housed in the Musée d'Art et d'Histoire in Geneva, Switzerland.