Figures on the Beach

Auguste Renoir

Created:

Movement:

1890

Impressionism

key Notes:

Impressionist beach scene; Luminous color palette

Dimensions:

20 3/4 × 25 1/4 in. (52.7 × 64.1 cm) Framed: 33 1/16 × 37 5/8 in. (84 × 95.6 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Easy

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story of the work:

"Figures on the Beach," painted by Auguste Renoir in 1890, depicts a group of figures enjoying leisure time on a beach, showcasing the artist's characteristic use of light and color. The work reflects Renoir's interest in capturing the joys of modern life and the beauty of the human form in natural settings, a theme prevalent in his oeuvre during this period.

Description of the work:

"Figures on the Beach," created by Auguste Renoir in 1890, depicts a lively coastal scene characterized by soft brushwork and a vibrant palette that captures the interplay of light and shadow. The composition features figures engaged in leisure activities, set against a backdrop of gentle waves and a sunlit sky, exemplifying Renoir's mastery of capturing the human form in natural settings.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Metropolitan Museum of Art

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