1917
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Shower-Bath is a 1917 ink by George Bellows, held at National Gallery of Art.
This crowded room is packed with people in a steamy, chaotic bathhouse. Some are standing, others are bending or scrubbing themselves, and a few are slumped on benches. The air looks thick with heat and activity—clocks, pipes, and towels clutter the space. A child sits alone in the corner, looking small and lost. The artist used rough, sketchy lines to show the energy of the scene, almost like a quick sketch. The title *The Shower-Bath* hints this is a snapshot of everyday life, not a fancy portrait. Next, check out how this was made using lithography.
George Wesley Bellows (August 12 or August 19, 1882 – January 8, 1925) was an American realist painter, known for his bold depictions of urban life in New York City.
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