Salander-O'Reilly Galleries Presents Early Paintings by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

From May 5 to June 5, 2004, the Salander-O'Reilly Galleries in New York presented 'Early Paintings by Corot,' which featured fifteen small oil paintings created between 1825 and 1828. The show highlighted works such as 'Lake Como and the Town' (1834) and 'Venice: Santa Maria della Salute from the Campo della Carita' (1828). A notable study, 'Cloudy Sky' (1826-28), provided a contrast to Constable's art. Corot garnered admiration from artists like Delacroix, Degas, and Monet, with Picasso possessing several of his works. Although his reputation fluctuated, he became a master of landscapes shrouded in mist. Renowned for his generosity, he assisted fellow artists, and after his passing at 78, radiant late figure paintings were uncovered. The exhibition underscored his pioneering blend of neo-Classicism and Impressionism.