Auguste Renoir

About the Artist

Auguste Renoir was born in France in 1841 and died in 1919; he was an Impressionist painter. Working mainly in Paris, his painting style, which emphasized natural light and the beauty of color, reflects the representative characteristics of Impressionism well. He built his own aesthetic around works depicting the beauty and sensuality of women. In particular, he was highly regarded for vividly expressing feminine charm on canvas, continuing the tradition of Rubens. His works are characterized by warm tones and lively composition, showing one of the most gorgeous and emotional styles within Impressionism.