Pierre-Auguste Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Pierre-Auguste Renoir was a French Impressionist painter known for his depictions of modern leisure and bustling Parisian life.
Painter
February 25, 1841
Pisces
December 03, 1919
78
Limoges, Haute-Vienne, France
Pierre-Auguste Renoir, a prominent French Impressionist painter, was renowned for his portrayals of Parisian life and the middle class. Among his most celebrated works are “Luncheon of the Boating Party,” “Dance at Le Moulin de la Galette,” “La Loge,” “The Swing,” and “The Umbrellas.” As a co-founder of the Impressionist movement, Renoir significantly influenced subsequent artists. Despite battling rheumatoid arthritis in his later years, he persevered by adapting his painting style and employing innovative techniques, solidifying his status as one of the most distinguished artists of the early 20th century.