Born
February 25, 1841
Limoges, France
Died
December 3, 1919
Cagnes-sur-Mer, France
Known for
French painter and sculptor
Pierre-Auguste Renoir (February 25, 1841 – December 3, 1919) was a French painter and sculptor from Limoges, France. He was a leading figure in the Impressionist movement, celebrated for his vibrant depictions of beauty and feminine sensuality. Renoir's work continues a tradition running from Rubens to Watteau.
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