Artwork
Richard Wagner
Richard Wagner is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Auguste Renoir. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Auguste Renoir created a lithograph portrait of Richard Wagner around 1900, capturing the subject in a close-up, serious expression.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait focuses on Wagner's face, conveying intensity through a solemn demeanor. The simple, somewhat disheveled attire suggests a casual, unposed moment.
Technique & Style
Renoir employed lithography, utilizing a technique where ink is first applied to a flat surface before transfer. This method, combined with quick, rough strokes and loose, wavy hair lines, imbues the work with a dynamic, sketchy quality in various shades of gray.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1900, specific details about the work's history and ownership are not provided.
Context
This lithograph reflects Renoir's exploration of printmaking techniques during the late 19th to early 20th centuries, a period when many artists experimented with lithography.
Legacy
The legacy of this specific work is not detailed in the provided information, though it contributes to the broader understanding of Renoir's printmaking endeavors.
Artist & collection
Artist
Pierre-Auguste Renoir was born on 25 February 1841 in Limoges, the son of a tailor and a seamstress.
