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Renoir - Sophie Monneret

Description: ISBN 1568522495 / Author: Sophie Monneret / Edition: New / Hardcover / 160 Pages / Book is published 1991-01-05 by William s Konecky Assoc

Newest Review: ... it a highly decorative item that will look good on a table in the centre a living room. The cover features a detail of the ... more

... 1881 oil painting "The Railway Bridge At Chatou", which is currently in the Musée d'Orsay, in Paris. There is an introduction that reflects on Renoir's life, artistic training and development, as well has his relationships with other artists such as Pissarro, Monet and Sisley. The book features reproductions of many of his works, as well as photographs of Renoir himself, his friends, models, and places they frequented. Also featured are examples of the work of artists Renoir admired and was inspired by. Acc...more

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Renoir - Sophie Monneret: Renoir's Big Impression (609 words)
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~ About Renoir and Impressionism ~ Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841-1919) was a French artist and a leading figure of the impressionist movement. Impressionism is characterised by open composition and visible brush strokes, ordinary themes and focus on light and movement. Renoir in particular was noted for the sensuality of his paintings, which frequently emphasised female beauty. ~ About the Author ~ Sophie Monneret is one of the most widely recognised specialists on 19th Century painting. She has taught at the École du Louvre and is the author of L'IMPRESSIONISME ET SON ÉPOQUE, which won the Prix Elie Faure and the Prix ... Read the complete review