Girls picking flowers in a meadow 1890

"Girls Picking Flowers in a Meadow" is an oil painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, created in 1890. The work depicts two young women, dressed in fashionable attire, picking flowers in a lush meadow. Renoir, renowned for his Impressionist style, captures the play of light and shadow on the figures, creating a sense of airy movement. The painting is a celebration of nature and the joys of the outdoors, typical of Renoir's oeuvre which often depicted idyllic scenes of leisure and beauty. This work is a beautiful example of Renoir's refined Impressionism, showcasing his mastery of color and light.