Gabrielle in a Straw Hat 1900

"Gabrielle in a Straw Hat" is an oil on canvas painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, a leading figure in Impressionism. Painted in 1900, this portrait depicts a young woman, Gabrielle Renard, seated outdoors in a straw hat adorned with red flowers. Renoir's characteristic brushstrokes capture the soft light and delicate features of his subject, blurring the edges and creating a sense of movement. The painting is known for its relaxed, informal style, capturing a fleeting moment in time, and its harmonious use of color.