Pierre-Auguste Renoir Giclée Fine Art Prints 19 of 20
1841-1919
French Impressionist Painter
Pierre-Auguste Renoir was born on February 25, 1841, in Limoges, France. He was the sixth of seven children in a working-class family. His father, Léonard Renoir, was a tailor, and his mother, Marguerite Merlet, was a seamstress. In 1844, the family moved to Paris, where they lived near the Louvre, which would later influence Renoir's artistic development.
Renoir showed an early talent for drawing, and at the age of 13, he began an apprenticeship at a porcelain factory, where he painted designs on fine china. This experience helped him develop his skills in painting with delicate, luminous colors. However, the factory soon switched to using mechanical methods, and Renoir was forced to find other work.
In 1862, Renoir was accepted into the École des Beaux-Arts and began studying under Charles Gleyre. It was here that he met fellow artists Claude Monet, Alfred Sisley, and Frédéric Bazille, who would become lifelong friends and collaborators. Together, they formed the core of the Impressionist movement.
Renoir's early work was influenced by the Realist movement, but he soon developed his own unique style, characterized by his use of vibrant colors, fluid brushstrokes, and a focus on capturing the effects of light. He became known for his depictions of everyday life, landscapes, and especially his portraits, which often featured women and children.
In the 1870s, Renoir participated in the first Impressionist exhibitions, which were met with mixed reactions from critics and the public. Despite the initial controversy, Renoir's work began to gain recognition, and he started receiving commissions for portraits.
In the 1880s, Renoir's style evolved as he began to experiment with a more classical approach to painting, inspired by a trip to Italy in 1881. This period, known as his "Ingres period" or "dry period," saw him using more precise lines and a more subdued color palette. However, by the end of the decade, he returned to his earlier, more vibrant style.
Renoir's later years were marked by personal and professional success, as well as physical challenges. He continued to paint despite suffering from severe rheumatoid arthritis, which left him with limited mobility in his hands. He even had brushes strapped to his wrists to continue working. Renoir passed away on December 3, 1919, in Cagnes-sur-Mer, France, leaving behind a rich artistic legacy that continues to inspire and captivate audiences today.
Renoir showed an early talent for drawing, and at the age of 13, he began an apprenticeship at a porcelain factory, where he painted designs on fine china. This experience helped him develop his skills in painting with delicate, luminous colors. However, the factory soon switched to using mechanical methods, and Renoir was forced to find other work.
In 1862, Renoir was accepted into the École des Beaux-Arts and began studying under Charles Gleyre. It was here that he met fellow artists Claude Monet, Alfred Sisley, and Frédéric Bazille, who would become lifelong friends and collaborators. Together, they formed the core of the Impressionist movement.
Renoir's early work was influenced by the Realist movement, but he soon developed his own unique style, characterized by his use of vibrant colors, fluid brushstrokes, and a focus on capturing the effects of light. He became known for his depictions of everyday life, landscapes, and especially his portraits, which often featured women and children.
In the 1870s, Renoir participated in the first Impressionist exhibitions, which were met with mixed reactions from critics and the public. Despite the initial controversy, Renoir's work began to gain recognition, and he started receiving commissions for portraits.
In the 1880s, Renoir's style evolved as he began to experiment with a more classical approach to painting, inspired by a trip to Italy in 1881. This period, known as his "Ingres period" or "dry period," saw him using more precise lines and a more subdued color palette. However, by the end of the decade, he returned to his earlier, more vibrant style.
Renoir's later years were marked by personal and professional success, as well as physical challenges. He continued to paint despite suffering from severe rheumatoid arthritis, which left him with limited mobility in his hands. He even had brushes strapped to his wrists to continue working. Renoir passed away on December 3, 1919, in Cagnes-sur-Mer, France, leaving behind a rich artistic legacy that continues to inspire and captivate audiences today.
464 Renoir Artworks
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Giclée Canvas Print
$90.21
$90.21
SKU: 12437-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:55 x 65.5 cm
Musee d'Orsay, Paris, France
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:55 x 65.5 cm
Musee d'Orsay, Paris, France
Giclée Canvas Print
$52.36
$52.36
SKU: 12564-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:unknown
Private Collection
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:unknown
Private Collection
Giclée Canvas Print
$51.65
$51.65
SKU: 1920-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:50.8 x 40.6 cm
Boston Museum of Fine Arts, Massachusetts, USA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:50.8 x 40.6 cm
Boston Museum of Fine Arts, Massachusetts, USA
Giclée Canvas Print
$66.14
$66.14
SKU: 1863-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:47 x 56.2 cm
Boston Museum of Fine Arts, Massachusetts, USA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:47 x 56.2 cm
Boston Museum of Fine Arts, Massachusetts, USA
Giclée Canvas Print
$49.98
$49.98
SKU: 1886-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:32.9 x 24.8 cm
Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, Massachusetts, USA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:32.9 x 24.8 cm
Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, Massachusetts, USA
Giclée Canvas Print
$64.95
$64.95
SKU: 12419-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:55.9 x 46.4 cm
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Pennsylvania, USA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:55.9 x 46.4 cm
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Pennsylvania, USA
Giclée Canvas Print
$84.45
$84.45
SKU: 12563-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:64 x 52.7 cm
Private Collection
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:64 x 52.7 cm
Private Collection
Giclée Canvas Print
$49.98
$49.98
SKU: 12601-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:unknown
Private Collection
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:unknown
Private Collection
Giclée Canvas Print
$53.16
$53.16
SKU: 12408-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:133.3 x 174.9 cm
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Pennsylvania, USA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:133.3 x 174.9 cm
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Pennsylvania, USA
Giclée Canvas Print
$62.80
$62.80
SKU: 1894-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:64 x 53.5 cm
Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:64 x 53.5 cm
Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Giclée Canvas Print
$52.60
$52.60
SKU: 1922-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:92 x 65 cm
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York, USA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:92 x 65 cm
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York, USA
Giclée Canvas Print
$49.98
$49.98
SKU: 12457-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:unknown
Musee des Beaux Arts, Bordeaux, France
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:unknown
Musee des Beaux Arts, Bordeaux, France
Giclée Canvas Print
$63.08
$63.08
SKU: 1869-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:55.6 x 46.4 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington, USA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:55.6 x 46.4 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington, USA
Giclée Canvas Print
$63.35
$63.35
SKU: 1953-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:55 x 46 cm
Musee de l'Orangerie, Paris, France
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:55 x 46 cm
Musee de l'Orangerie, Paris, France
Giclée Canvas Print
$49.98
$49.98
SKU: 12510-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:20 x 26 cm
Private Collection
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:20 x 26 cm
Private Collection
Giclée Canvas Print
$53.00
$53.00
SKU: 12559-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:55 x 80 cm
Private Collection
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:55 x 80 cm
Private Collection
Giclée Canvas Print
$81.38
$81.38
SKU: 1917-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:65 x 50 cm
The State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:65 x 50 cm
The State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia
Giclée Canvas Print
$59.36
$59.36
SKU: 12495-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:82 x 65.5 cm
Private Collection
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:82 x 65.5 cm
Private Collection
Giclée Canvas Print
$49.98
$49.98
SKU: 1921-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:126.5 x 78.2 cm
The Clark Art Institute, Massachusetts, USA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:126.5 x 78.2 cm
The Clark Art Institute, Massachusetts, USA
Giclée Canvas Print
$91.03
$91.03
SKU: 1926-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:65.5 x 55.5 cm
The State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:65.5 x 55.5 cm
The State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia
Giclée Canvas Print
$52.60
$52.60
SKU: 1982-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:121.3 x 85.7 cm
Barnes Foundation, Merion, USA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:121.3 x 85.7 cm
Barnes Foundation, Merion, USA
Giclée Canvas Print
$59.91
$59.91
SKU: 12341-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:65.1 x 81.3 cm
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:65.1 x 81.3 cm
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA
Giclée Canvas Print
$63.08
$63.08
SKU: 12345-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:52.7 x 64.1 cm
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:52.7 x 64.1 cm
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA
Giclée Canvas Print
$49.98
$49.98
SKU: 12391-RPA
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:41.2 x 32.5 cm
National Galleries of Scotland, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Original Size:41.2 x 32.5 cm
National Galleries of Scotland, Edinburgh, United Kingdom