The Umbrella

"The Umbrella"s> is a vibrant oil-on-canvas painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, created in two stages during the 1880s. Celebrated for its lively depiction of daily life, it encapsulates the Impressionism movement with loose brushwork and bright colors. While it features a portrait of figures walking under umbrellas, the focus on light and movement emphasizes Renoir’s mastery of capturing fleeting scenes. Owned by the National Gallery in London as part of the Lane Bequest, the painting has alternated displays between London and Dublin’s Hugh Lane Gallery, returning to London since 2019.