Artwork

Jacques Bergeret as a Child

Jacques Bergeret as a Child, by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, oil, 1890
Jacques Bergeret as a Child, by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, oil, 1890

Jacques Bergeret as a Child is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

About this work

Overview

Jacques Bergeret as a Child is an oil painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, created in 1890. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a young boy, Jacques Bergeret, with curly light-brown hair, wearing a white shirt with blue straps. He gazes directly at the viewer with a neutral expression, his eyes seeming to look into the distance.

Technique & Style

The subject is set against a dark red background, creating a calm atmosphere. Renoir's use of oil paint captures the serenity of the scene, with attention to the boy's attire and expression.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Pierre-Auguste Renoir

Artist

Pierre-Auguste Renoir

Pierre-Auguste Renoir was a French artist who was a leading painter in the development of the Impressionist style.

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Who painted Jacques Bergeret as a Child?

Jacques Bergeret as a Child was painted by Pierre-Auguste Renoir in 1890.

Where can I see Jacques Bergeret as a Child?

Jacques Bergeret as a Child is held by Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

What movement is Jacques Bergeret as a Child?

Jacques Bergeret as a Child is associated with Impressionism.

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