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France / 1881–82

Chrysanthemums

Chrysanthemums

Look closely at Chrysanthemums. Orange, yellow, and white flowers in a brown vase on a round table, with a blue-green floral tablecloth and mottled, brownish background.

WHY IT’S INTERESTING

Give the image another moment. Which detail changes the way you see the whole? The Art Institute dates Chrysanthemums to 1881–82.

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A CLOSER LOOK

Pierre-Auguste Renoir (French, 1841–1919) made this painting. The museum dates it 1881–82.

The original museum record has the full image, attribution, and catalog details. Return to the work after reading its record and see what you notice.

FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE

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