Luncheon of the Boating Party

Pierre-Auguste Renoir

Created:

Movement:

1880–1881

Impressionism

key Notes:

Social conviviality; Impressionist vibrancy.

Dimensions:

129.5 cm × 172.7 cm

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Beginner

New game

story of the work:

"Luncheon of the Boating Party" by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, painted in 1880–1881, depicts a vibrant scene of friends dining on the terrace of the Maison Fournaise restaurant along the Seine River in Chatou, France. The painting is celebrated for its masterful composition, capturing the interplay of light and color, and features several of Renoir's acquaintances, including his future wife Aline Charigot, showcasing the Impressionist focus on contemporary life and leisure.

Description of the work:

"Luncheon of the Boating Party" by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, measuring 129.5 cm by 172.7 cm, depicts a lively social gathering on a balcony overlooking the Seine River, characterized by its vibrant use of color and dynamic composition. The painting features a group of elegantly dressed individuals engaged in conversation and leisure, with Renoir's masterful brushwork capturing the interplay of light and shadow across the figures and surrounding elements.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Manually Sourced

Could this content be improved?

Please let us know and we will be happy to correct it. We have put a ton of effort into collating and organizing all of this.

Thank you! Your submission has been received!

Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.