Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841 - 1919)

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Pierre-Auguste Renoir

Pierre-Auguste Renoir was a French artist, celebrated as a pivotal figure in the development of the Impressionist movement. Born in Limoges, France, in 1841, Renoir's early experiences in Paris and his apprenticeship as a porcelain painter laid the foundation for his illustrious career in art. His transition to painting was marked by an early fascination with the play of light and color, which became a hallmark of his work. Renoir's paintings are renowned for their vibrant light and saturated color, often focusing on people in intimate and candid compositions. This focus on beauty and a particular affinity for capturing the sensuality of the female form distinguished his work from his contemporaries.

Renoir's contributions to Impressionism were significant, characterized by his use of bright colors and a technique that captured the movement and luminosity of the scene. His evolution as an artist saw him experimenting with a more linear and classical style, especially after his travels to Italy, where he was deeply influenced by the Renaissance masters. Despite facing personal challenges, including severe rheumatoid arthritis in his later years, Renoir's passion for painting never waned. His determination saw him adapting his painting technique to his physical limitations, ensuring that his creative output remained prolific until his death in 1919.

Among Renoir's notable works are "Bal du moulin de la Galette" (1876), "Luncheon of the Boating Party" (1880), and "Girls at the Piano" (1892). These masterpieces exemplify the essence of Impressionist art with their depiction of light, movement, and everyday life. Renoir's works are housed in prestigious museums around the world, serving as a testament to his enduring legacy in the realm of art.

For art collectors and experts, Renoir's oeuvre represents an essential segment of the Impressionist movement, offering insights into the evolution of modern art. His mastery in portraying the beauty of the moment and the depth of human emotion continues to captivate and inspire audiences worldwide.

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Date and place of birt:25 february 1841, Limoges, France
Date and place of death:3 december 1919, Cagnes-sur-Mer, France
Nationality:France
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Graphic artist, Painter, Sculptor
Art school / group:Salon d'Automne
Genre:Genre art, Nude art, Landscape painting, Portrait, Still life
Art style:Impressionism, Modern art, Realism

Creators France

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1597 - 1657
George Barbier (1882 - 1932)
George Barbier
1882 - 1932
Léon Zack (1892 - 1980)
Léon Zack
1892 - 1980
Andreas Walser (1908 - 1930)
Andreas Walser
1908 - 1930
 Toyen (1902 - 1980)
Toyen
1902 - 1980
Wolfgang Paalen (1905 - 1959)
Wolfgang Paalen
1905 - 1959
Maxime Maufra (1861 - 1918)
Maxime Maufra
1861 - 1918
Johnny Friedlaender (1912 - 1992)
Johnny Friedlaender
1912 - 1992
Jean-Paul Laurens (1838 - 1921)
Jean-Paul Laurens
1838 - 1921
Helmut Kolle (1899 - 1931)
Helmut Kolle
1899 - 1931
Jean-Pierre Cassigneul (1935)
Jean-Pierre Cassigneul
1935
Aristide Maillol (1861 - 1944)
Aristide Maillol
1861 - 1944
Jeanne Rij-Rousseau (1870 - 1956)
Jeanne Rij-Rousseau
1870 - 1956
Rosalba Carriera (1673 - 1757)
Rosalba Carriera
1673 - 1757
Léon Jallot (1874 - 1967)
Léon Jallot
1874 - 1967
Etienne Prosper Berne-Bellecour (1838 - 1910)
Etienne Prosper Berne-Bellecour
1838 - 1910

Creators Impressionism

Eugène Boch (1855 - 1941)
Eugène Boch
1855 - 1941
Madeleine Gras (1891 - 1958)
Madeleine Gras
1891 - 1958
Ernest Lawson (1873 - 1939)
Ernest Lawson
1873 - 1939
Hanns Lamers (1897 - 1966)
Hanns Lamers
1897 - 1966
Jan Willem Pieneman (1779 - 1853)
Jan Willem Pieneman
1779 - 1853
Emil Scheibe (1914 - 2008)
Emil Scheibe
1914 - 2008
Nicolai Cikovsky (1894 - 1987)
Nicolai Cikovsky
1894 - 1987
Archibald George Barnes (1887 - 1972)
Archibald George Barnes
1887 - 1972
Johann Nepomuk Mayrhofer (1764 - 1832)
Johann Nepomuk Mayrhofer
1764 - 1832
Robert Beyschlag (1838 - 1903)
Robert Beyschlag
1838 - 1903
Vladimir Alexandrovich Gorb (1903 - 1988)
Vladimir Alexandrovich Gorb
1903 - 1988
Nikolay Petrovich Krymov (1884 - 1958)
Nikolay Petrovich Krymov
1884 - 1958
Boris Iakovlevich Vorobev (1911 - 1990)
Boris Iakovlevich Vorobev
1911 - 1990
Oscar-Claude Monet (1840 - 1926)
Oscar-Claude Monet
1840 - 1926
Bastien Beaupré (XIX century - ?)
Bastien Beaupré
XIX century - ?
Arkhip Ivanovich Kuindzhi (1842 - 1910)
Arkhip Ivanovich Kuindzhi
1842 - 1910