Madame Paul Berard 1879

"Madame Paul Berard" is a portrait painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, painted in 1879. The painting depicts the wife of Paul Berard, a prominent French lawyer and politician. Renoir’s mastery of light and color is evident in the subtle hues of the woman’s face and the soft, brushstrokes of her dress. This painting is a fine example of Renoir's Impressionist style, characterized by loose brushwork, soft light, and a focus on capturing the fleeting moments of daily life. "Madame Paul Berard" currently resides in the Musée d’Orsay, Paris.