Bust of a Young Girl (Mlle. Dieterle)

1899

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Bust of a Young Girl (Mlle. Dieterle) is a 1899 by Auguste Renoir, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Auguste Renoir
When & what style?: 1899 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a young woman with soft, flowing hair pulled back under a loose hat. Her face is turned slightly, eyes downcast but calm, and her hands rest gently in her lap. The drawing is mostly in shades of gray, with light strokes that leave some areas fuzzy and others sharp. The artist focused on her face and hair, leaving the background plain. This style makes her look almost like a quiet moment frozen in time. Try looking up Pierre-Auguste Renoir next to see more of his work.