Le lac ; effet de nuit c. 1869

"Le lac ; effet de nuit" (c. 1869) by Camille Corot showcases the artist's mastery of depicting the ethereal beauty of a moonlit night. The painting captures a serene lake scene with a small rowboat silhouetted against the luminous orb in the sky, while shadowy trees line the shore in the foreground. Corot's impressionistic brushwork and soft, muted tones create a dreamy atmosphere, inviting viewers to contemplate the tranquility of nature. This work is characteristic of Corot's later period, where he focused on capturing fleeting moments of light and atmosphere, often in nocturnal landscapes.