Ville d'Avray

Ville d'Avray, a painting made with oil on canvas by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot in 1828, is currently held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The artwork measures 0.294 meters in width and 0.276 meters in height. The painting depicts a serene landscape with a dirt road winding through a lush forest. The road curves gently to the right, leading the viewer's eye deeper into the composition. On the left side of the road, a low stone wall borders the path, disappearing behind a clump of trees. The trees in the foreground are rendered in various shades of green, suggesting depth and volume. Sunlight filters through the leaves, creating a dappled effect on the forest floor. In the distance, the trees give way to a glimpse of a town and a pale blue sky with fluffy white clouds. A cow grazes peacefully on the right side of the road, accompanied by a figure who appears to be herding it. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of tranquility and natural beauty.