Diane's toilet

About this work

The painting depicts a nude woman standing in a room, with a servant kneeling before her. The woman is shown from the front, with her left hand resting on her stomach and her right arm hanging by her side. She wears a crown on her head and stands on a rug with a floral pattern. The servant, dressed in a blue and white striped dress, is shown from behind, with her head turned to face the woman. She appears to be helping the woman with her clothing or accessories. The painting is rendered in oil paint and features a realistic style. The use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the figures. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique.