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Woman in a Flowered Hat, by Auguste Renoir, oil, 1895

Woman in a Flowered Hat

Auguste Renoir

1895

oil

canvas

From the collection of Israel Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Woman in a Flowered Hat is a 1895 oil by Auguste Renoir, a Impressionism work, held at Israel Museum.

Who painted this?
Auguste Renoir
When & what style?
1895 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Israel Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a woman wearing a large, flowered hat. The hat is adorned with a large white bow and red flowers, and the woman's face is blurred. She is wearing a white dress with a V-neckline and a small white flower pinned to it. The background of the painting is a mottled mix of greens and browns, with some darker areas that suggest depth. The overall effect is one of softness and delicacy, with the woman's features and clothing rendered in gentle, feathery brushstrokes. The painting's use of color and light creates a sense of warmth and intimacy, drawing the viewer's eye to the woman's face and hat. To learn more about the artist behind this piece, 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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