Fishermen in a boat at the edge of the shore

"Fishermen in a boat at the edge of the shore", painted in 1865, invites us to experience a tranquil moment by the water. This beautiful piece by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot is part of the Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center's collection. Measuring 0.47 meters wide and 0.39 meters tall, the painting draws your eye to the right side, where a boat emerges from behind tall grasses at the water's edge. We can see two figures inside, one seemingly casting a net or line into the dark, still water. The water acts like a mirror, reflecting the surrounding trees and foliage. Dominating the landscape is a lush green hill that gently slopes down to the water. Notice how Corot uses shades of green and brown for the leaves on the deciduous trees, hinting at the possibility of early autumn. A pale blue-gray sky hangs above, with soft, white clouds clustered near the center. The subdued lighting throughout the painting enhances the overall feeling of tranquility and peace.