Cowherd and Her Child 1870

"Cowherd and Her Child" is an oil painting by Camille Corot, a leading figure in the Barbizon School. Dated 1870, the artwork captures a serene landscape with a gentle river, a cowherd tending to a cow, and a small child. Corot's signature soft, muted colors and hazy atmospheric effects create a tranquil mood, typical of his style. This painting exemplifies his mastery of capturing the fleeting beauty of nature, often featuring the simple lives of rural people.