Quite subtle abstraction is detectable,
and the only evidence of the “specific” is the unique character of the spruce
trees and the foliage that blossoms from them. Carot binds the canvas together
through narrow tree-forms that are quite tall. While they carry the same modeled
development and texturing, he varies their pace and width as the eye follows the
horizontal pace they create. From right-to left, formal energy is structured
and quickly becomes more unbalanced. An analogous yellow and green color scheme
applies, with purity and value gradients used to format forms.
The modelling of the tree trunks and consistent light source create this work’s sense of pictorial depth. This is underscored by forms that are both blended and defined by sharp edges and spatial separation. Textures and form details become steadily smoother as the foreground shifts to background.
If a single focus applies, it has to be the dramatic contrapposto tree-form, the thickest of all the trees, with generous margins on either side emphasizing its formal differences. It draws attention to the bursting tree form to its left, into the depth of the composition, announcing the less aggressive horizontal edges that draw the eye laterally into the more static right half of the composition.
This masterpiece is built on contrasts between defined shapes versus formless masses, organic edges that are straight versus those that meander, and bright versus earthy colors. Treatment of values is unique, as well. Their arrangement brings emphasis to the contrasting nature of the shapes and vertical orientation of the tree-forms. The colossal size of the natural forms, which dominate the canvas, overwhelm the tiny human figures posed on the trail.
Analogous relationships characterize this masterpiece. Organic, natural, scenic forms and analogous color create a beautiful foundation of harmony for variations in shape definition, size, meandering edges and cross-directional motion to shine through on. Peaceful, almost dreamy renditions of life in the country became favored in mid-19th century France, especially in Paris, because the city crossed the threshold into a world-class metropolis in this time period. Noisy, busy and congested, a taste for the fresh, pressure-free rural lifestyle, like the one depicted in Corot’s masterpiece, took root.
The modelling of the tree trunks and consistent light source create this work’s sense of pictorial depth. This is underscored by forms that are both blended and defined by sharp edges and spatial separation. Textures and form details become steadily smoother as the foreground shifts to background.
If a single focus applies, it has to be the dramatic contrapposto tree-form, the thickest of all the trees, with generous margins on either side emphasizing its formal differences. It draws attention to the bursting tree form to its left, into the depth of the composition, announcing the less aggressive horizontal edges that draw the eye laterally into the more static right half of the composition.
This masterpiece is built on contrasts between defined shapes versus formless masses, organic edges that are straight versus those that meander, and bright versus earthy colors. Treatment of values is unique, as well. Their arrangement brings emphasis to the contrasting nature of the shapes and vertical orientation of the tree-forms. The colossal size of the natural forms, which dominate the canvas, overwhelm the tiny human figures posed on the trail.
Analogous relationships characterize this masterpiece. Organic, natural, scenic forms and analogous color create a beautiful foundation of harmony for variations in shape definition, size, meandering edges and cross-directional motion to shine through on. Peaceful, almost dreamy renditions of life in the country became favored in mid-19th century France, especially in Paris, because the city crossed the threshold into a world-class metropolis in this time period. Noisy, busy and congested, a taste for the fresh, pressure-free rural lifestyle, like the one depicted in Corot’s masterpiece, took root.
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