Architectural Study (Door of the Francis I Staircase, Oval Court, Fontainebleau)
1831
oil
From the collection of Philadelphia Museum of Art
1831
oil
From the collection of Philadelphia Museum of Art
This painting shows a grand stone doorway with a triangular pediment. The door is flanked by two statues on either side, and there are more statues above. The walls are a muted color, with some darker shadows. The doorway is framed by large stone columns, and there are some carvings on the walls. The overall effect is one of grandeur and elegance. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the painting. Next, explore the works of artist Jean Baptiste Camille Corot.
