Artwork
Onions
Onions is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Auguste Renoir. It dates from 1891 and is held in the collection of the Clark Art Institute.
About this work
Overview
Onions is an oil painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, created in 1891 and held at the Clark Art Institute.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a still life of five onion bulbs and scattered skins on a table, rendered in earthy tones that evoke a sense of warmth and intimacy.
Technique & Style
Visible brushstrokes and a play of light and shadow on the onions create a sense of texture and depth, while the soft background complements the onions' colors.
Artist & collection
Artist
Pierre-Auguste Renoir was born on 25 February 1841 in Limoges, the son of a tailor and a seamstress.
