Tama the japanese dog 1876

This painting, "Tama the Japanese Dog," created in 1876 by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, depicts a small Japanese Chin dog with a black and white coat. Renoir's loose brushstrokes capture the soft fur of the dog and the artist's signature Impressionist style is evident in the use of color and light. The painting was likely commissioned by a wealthy patron of the arts, showcasing Renoir's talent and artistic influence beyond his famous paintings of figures and landscapes.