Renoir

Yes, Renoir is an Impressionist. An early 20th-century master, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, created thousands of figurative prints and paintings, and is credited as one of the founders of the Impressionist movement. His frequently reproduced works are appreciated for their luminous appearance, rich colors and soft, feathered brushstrokes. Shop a selection of Pierre-Auguste Renoir art on 1stDibs.

To tell if a painting is a Renoir, familiarize yourself with the artist’s signature by looking at examples on trusted online resources. Renoir did sign many of his works, often in an upper or lower corner. For unsigned works, it is necessary to look for the signature characteristics of the French Impressionist’s work. Among these are feathered or broken brush strokes, the use of vivid colors and his tendency to depict subjects engaging in leisure activities, often in outdoor settings. Because there are many convincing reproductions of Renoir's work, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer when trying to authenticate a work that is potentially by the artist. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Pierre-Auguste Renoir art.

Bal at Le Moulin de la Galette is probably Renoir’s most well-known painting, but he has created many works of art that are considered masterpieces. Pierre-Auguste Renoir was a well-known French painter and part of the Impressionist movement before breaking off and working on more formal paintings and portraits. Shop a selection of Renoir pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

There is no official count of how many Pierre-Auguste Renoir paintings there are, but he created a vast body of work. Estimates place the number around 4,000. On 1stDibs, discover an array of authentic Renoir paintings from top sellers around the world.

Large oils are worth many millions of dollars. The value would depend on the size, composition, and importance of the piece. Because Renoir painted many small scale oils a small simple landscape or figure study in oils could be bought for around $100,000 +