Artwork

Graziella

Graziella, by Auguste Renoir, oil, 1898
Graziella, by Auguste Renoir, oil, 1898

Graziella is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Auguste Renoir. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.

About this work

Overview

Graziella is an oil painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, created in 1898. It is part of the collection at the Detroit Institute of Arts.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a seated woman in a relaxed pose, with her head tilted downwards. She wears a light-colored, flowing dress with soft folds, and her hair is pulled back neatly, adorned with a small bow or brooch at her neck.

Technique & Style

Renoir's use of loose and warm brushstrokes gives the painting a gentle, lived-in feel. The plain, warm red background serves to focus attention on the subject's face and clothing.

Artist & collection

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.