Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot was a French painter born on July 16, 1796, in Paris. He is best known for his landscape paintings that capture the beauty of nature, often featuring serene scenes of the countryside. Corot's work is characterized by a soft, atmospheric quality and a focus on light and color, which influenced later movements such as Impressionism. Corot studied under various artists and traveled extensively throughout Italy, where he drew inspiration from the classical landscapes. He became a prominent figure in the Barbizon School, a group of painters who emphasized naturalism and outdoor painting. Corot passed away on February 22, 1875, leaving a lasting legacy in the art world.