This oil painting by Renoir is also known as Portrait of Madame Renoir: Who was Aline Victorine Charigot. Renoir married Aline in 1890 after a long ten year affair which had already produced one child – Their son Pierre. A Woman with a Dog was created by Renoir in 1880 which means Aline would not have been ‘Madame Renoir’ at the time, although this would indicate that this is among the first oil paintings in which she featured – And there were many.

The original A Woman With a Dog is part of a private collection therefore it is hard to experience this Impressionist artwork fully: Simply because print cannot capture the texture, color and light as can oil on canvas – Therefore, the quintessential essence of this oil painting is always lost. However, a hand painted oil painting reproduction created by a highly skilled artist can: Truly bringing the beauty and boldness of Impressionist painting to the canvas.

Aline Charigot also modeled for Luncheon of the Boating Party - Le Déjeuner des canotiers – in 1881. Four years later their son was born. In 1890 they were married and from then on family life would feature much in Renoir’s work. This is a colorful and uplifting oil painting that represents the artist’s earlier works well: A real must have for Renoir enthusiasts.