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The Daughters of Catulle Mendes at the piano, 1888 (oil on canvas)
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The Daughters of Catulle Mendes at the piano, 1888 (oil on canvas)
3106613 The Daughters of Catulle Mendes at the piano, 1888 (oil on canvas) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); 161.9x129.9 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Renoirs friend Catulle Mendes was a Symbolist poet and publisher married to the pianist Augusta HolmAšs. ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 18258543
© Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA / Bridgeman Images
Filles French Impressionism French Impressionist Likeness Musical Scene Piano Violin Young Girls
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This oil on canvas painting, titled "The Daughters of Catulle Mendes at the piano" by renowned artist Pierre Auguste Renoir, transports us to a musical scene in 1888. The artwork, measuring an impressive 161.9x129.9 cm, is housed in the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Renoir's close friend and inspiration for this piece was Catulle Mendes, a Symbolist poet and publisher. Mendes was married to Augusta Holmés, a talented pianist whose passion for music radiates from the canvas. The painting beautifully captures her daughters gathered around the piano as they engage in their own musical pursuits. In true Impressionist style, Renoir masterfully portrays the ambiance and essence of this family moment through his brushstrokes and use of light. The young girls are depicted with remarkable likeness and convey both innocence and concentration as they play their instruments – one on the piano while another holds a violin. "The Daughters of Catulle Mendes at the piano" not only showcases Renoir's technical skill but also highlights his ability to capture intimate familial connections within his art. This timeless masterpiece invites us into a world where music unites generations and brings joy to our hearts.
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