Marie Therese durand ruel sewing 1882

"Marie Therese Durand-Ruel Sewing" is a portrait by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, completed in 1882. The painting captures the subject in a moment of quiet contemplation as she sews, her focus absorbed by the task at hand. Renoir's characteristic brushstrokes create a soft and luminous effect, capturing the light that bathes the scene. This work exemplifies the Impressionist style, known for its emphasis on capturing fleeting moments and the effects of light on color.