Art Masters: Pierre-Auguste Renoir

This beautifully illustrated full-color hardback explores the life and work of Pierre-Auguste Renoir, alongside a selection of his best artwork.

Pierre-Auguste Renoir was one of the foremost Impressionist artists, known for his en plein air scenes of middle-class leisure. But Renoir’s primary interest lay indoors, in depictions of sensuous female nudes and intimate domestic scenes, painted in a warm, bright palette.

This book explores the life and work of this leading light of Impressionism, showcasing his best-loved artwork alongside fascinating biographical detail. It also examines the development of his artistic practices, which began to diverge from many other Impressionist painters as he incorporated some elements of a classical style into his work.

ABOUT THE SERIES The Art Masters series brings together beautiful hardback monographs of some of the most significant artists in history, looking at their lives, techniques and inspirations, as well as presenting a lavish selection of their best work.

Thomas Stevens is the author of numerous books covering a wide variety of subjects such as popular history and practical art. He has a passion for art history, especially that of the late 19th century and 20th century.