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Tama, the Japanese Dog, by Auguste Renoir, oil, 1888

Tama, the Japanese Dog

Auguste Renoir

1888

oil

canvas

From the collection of Clark Art Institute

Dominant colour

Overview

Tama, the Japanese Dog is a 1888 oil by Auguste Renoir, a Impressionism work, depicting Bijou, held at Clark Art Institute.

Who painted this?
Auguste Renoir
When & what style?
1888 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Clark Art Institute

About this work

This painting shows a dog sitting on the ground, looking to the right. The dog has a black and white coat, with a long, fluffy tail. It is sitting on a brown floor. The dog's fur is painted in thick, textured brushstrokes, giving it a soft and fluffy appearance. The background of the painting is a muted brown color, which helps to bring out the dog's features. The painting is a charming portrait of a beloved pet. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this work, you might want to look up Pierre-Auguste Renoir.

About the artist

Portrait of Auguste Renoir
Artist

Auguste Renoir

Pierre-Auguste Renoir was born on 25 February 1841 in Limoges, the son of a tailor and a seamstress.

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