Portrait of Stephane Mallarme 1892

"Portrait of Stéphane Mallarmé" is a striking oil painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir from 1892. The piece depicts the French symbolist poet Stéphane Mallarmé in a close-up portrait, capturing his distinguished features and contemplative gaze. Renoir's signature Impressionist style is evident in the loose brushstrokes and soft, luminous colors, particularly in the rendering of Mallarmé's beard and the subtle background. The painting is a testament to Renoir's mastery of capturing the individuality and intellectual depth of his subjects.