Le Bateau Au Claire De Lune c. 1871 - 1872

"Le Bateau Au Claire De Lune," painted by Camille Corot around 1871-1872, depicts a serene, almost ethereal, scene of a boat at anchor under the moonlight. Corot, known for his landscape paintings, captures the soft, muted tones of the twilight sky and the shimmering reflection of the moon on the water. The composition is characterized by its simplicity and emphasis on light and atmosphere, a signature style of Corot's later works. This piece exemplifies the beauty of nature in its quiet moments, inviting viewers to contemplate the tranquility of the scene.