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1907
Painted near the end of his life in 1907, this voluptuous reclining figure showcases Renoir's late 'Ingres period,' where he traded his signature feathery brushstrokes for more solid, sculptural forms. The model rests comfortably on a massive, fluffy pillow, her pale skin glowing warmly against the textured, earthy greens of the background. Despite suffering from severe rheumatoid arthritis that eventually deformed his hands, Renoir continued to paint these lush, sensual nudes, famously stating that the pain passed but the joy of painting remained. It is a beautiful testament to an artist who refused to let physical limitations stop his creative passion.
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