Renoir. Painter of Happiness

by Gilles Néret

"Why shouldn't art be pretty? There are enough unpleasant things in the world." --Pierre-Auguste RenoirPierre-Auguste Renoir's timelessly charming paintings still reflect our ideals of happiness, love, and beauty. TASCHEN's Renoir: Painter of Happiness, the most comprehensive retrospective of his work yet published, examines the personal history and motivation behind the legend. Though he began by painting landscapes in the Impressionist style,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3836519038
• ISBN13: 9783836519038
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Taschen
• Length: 440 Pages
• Weight: 5.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.9" x 10.1" x 13.0"