The Ferryman c. 1865

"The Ferryman" (c. 1865) by Camille Corot (1796-1875) is a romantic landscape painting depicting a boat with three figures in a river under a hazy sky. The use of soft, atmospheric brushstrokes and subtle color palettes creates a serene and tranquil mood, characteristic of Corot's later works. The painting captures a fleeting moment in time, leaving the viewer to ponder the quiet lives and simple pleasures of those who live in the French countryside. This is an example of Barbizon School landscape painting, capturing the beauty of nature and simple human activities.