Umbrellas

"Umbrellas" is an oil-on-canvas painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, created during the 1880s in two phases. It exemplifies genre painting, capturing a lively street scene with figures carrying umbrellas, embodying the everyday life characteristic of Post-impressionism. Renoir’s vibrant brushwork and focus on social interactions highlight the movement's emphasis on modern life. Owned by the National Gallery in London as part of the Lane Bequest, the painting has been displayed in both London and Dublin, notably at the Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane.