The Sleeper 1880

"The Sleeper" is an oil painting by the French Impressionist artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir, created in 1880. The painting depicts a young woman asleep in a garden setting, her face serene and relaxed. Renoir's signature loose brushstrokes and vibrant colors capture the fleeting moment of repose, characteristic of his style and themes. The subject's delicate features and the soft, natural light create a sense of tranquility and beauty, typical of his works. "The Sleeper" is a testament to Renoir's mastery of Impressionism and his fascination with the beauty of everyday life.