Woman at the Piano
1876
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1876
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
Woman at the Piano is a 1876 oil by Auguste Renoir, a Impressionism work, held at Art Institute of Chicago.
The painting shows a woman playing an upright piano. She's dressed in a white gown with black trim. The woman's face is calm, her hands on the keys. The painting is interesting because of its soft, gentle light. It creates a peaceful atmosphere. The woman's gown is also noteworthy - it's loose and flowy, which was a popular style at the time. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique of impasto.
