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Style: Realism

Topic: Roads

Date: 1870

Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, United States)

Technique: Oil On Canvas

About the Artist: Pierre-Auguste Renoir

Pierre-Auguste Renoir

, a prominent French artist, was an influential figure in the Impressionist movement. Born on February 25, 1841, he lived until December 3, 1919. His works are renowned for their vibrant colors and sensual subjects, reflecting his fascination with capturing fleeting moments of modern life (Learn more about Renoir).

The Painting: 'A Road in Louveciennes'

Created around 1870, A Road in Louveciennes is an exquisite example of Renoir's early Impressionist style. This oil-on-canvas masterpiece measures 65 x 81 cm and is housed at the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York (View 'A Road in Louveciennes' on Wikioo.org).

Style, Media, and Date

This painting is characterized by its Impressionist style, which emphasizes the fleeting effects of light and color. Renoir used oil paint on canvas to create this masterpiece around 1870.

Location: The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Metropolitan Museum of Art, located in New York, is home to 'A Road in Louveciennes'. Established in 1870, the museum houses an extensive collection of art from various periods and cultures (Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Wikioo.org).

Image Description

'A Road in Louveciennes' showcases a picturesque road winding through a lush, sunlit landscape. The scene is set in Louveciennes, a village west of Paris where Renoir's parents had a summer home. The artist effectively captures the interplay of light and shadow, creating an enchanting atmosphere (Explore 'A Road in Louveciennes' on Wikioo.org).

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