Esquisse pour le Petit Berger (Sketch for the Little Shepherd), painted between 1835 and 1840, this 8.5″ x 6.5″ oil on canvas captures the fluid brushwork and atmospheric sensitivity that made Corot a crucial bridge to Impressionism.
It comes with highly secure provenance, originating from the Collection Jules Badin. Most importantly, its authenticity is fully documented, it was authenticated by Martin Dieterle and Claire Lebeau and is included in the 6th supplement to Alfred Robaut’s Corot Catalogue Raisonné by Martin Dieterle and Claire LeBeau. It is an intimate, historic early sketch in excellent standing. Carved frame.
Loc: G.H. pp80c