Landscapes of Provence; Cagnes
circa 1910
Renoir painted this lush, sun-drenched landscape of Cagnes-sur-Mer in Provence around 1910, seeking refuge in the south of France to ease his severe arthritis. The scene bursts with vibrant greens and yellows, capturing the wild, overgrown vegetation typical of the Mediterranean coast, with a distant village peeking through the trees. His loose, feathery brushstrokes are a hallmark of Impressionism, prioritizing the feeling of light and atmosphere over precise details. It's a beautiful example of how Renoir continued to paint with joy and color even as his health declined, eventually having brushes tied to his hands.
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- Oil on canvas
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