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 traveled extensively throughout Italy and France, drawing inspiration from the landscapes he encountered. He was a key figure in the transition from Romanticism to Realism in art, and his innovative techniques laid the groundwork for future artists. Corot passed away on February 22, 1875.