Mantes (morning)

The artwork Mantes (morning) is a painting created by Camille Corot between 1860 and 1870. It is part of the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts of Reims. The painting, measuring 0.326 meters in width and 0.521 meters in height, offers a serene view of the town of Mantes from across a body of water, likely the Seine River.

Dominating the foreground are the sturdy trunks and branches of tall trees, their leaves rendered in delicate brushstrokes that suggest the gentle rustling of a morning breeze. The trees frame the composition, drawing the viewer's eye towards the town in the distance. Mantes itself is bathed in soft, warm light, hinting at the early hour. The silhouette of the Collegiate Church of Our Lady of Mantes stands out prominently against the sky, its architectural details somewhat obscured by the distance.

The water in the foreground is painted with horizontal strokes, reflecting the tranquil atmosphere of the morning. Two figures, barely discernible, are positioned on the riverbank, perhaps enjoying the peacefulness of the scene. The overall impression is one of quietude and contemplation, characteristic of Corot's sensitive approach to landscape painting.