Sunset
Item
Title
Sunset
Description
This piece by Pierre-Auguste Renoir from France creates an impression of the dramatic atmosphere created by ocean sunsets and the minuscule nature of human presence. Through his use of short, quick, loose brushstrokes and his intuitive use of color, Renoir captures the awe-inspiring view of a sunset by the beach. His painting conveys feelings of joy, leisure, and peace as one is transported to the oceanside, enjoying the fiery hues of the sun reflecting across the waves.
Date
1879 or 1881
Medium
Oil on canvas.
