Artwork

The Bathers (Small Plate)

The Bathers (Small Plate), by Paul Cézanne, ink, 1897
The Bathers (Small Plate), by Paul Cézanne, ink, 1897

The Bathers (Small Plate) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Paul Cézanne. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Bathers (Small Plate) is a colored lithograph created by Paul Cézanne in 1897.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts five nude figures in a wooded setting, arranged around a small clearing. The scene is characterized by loose brushstrokes and simple, rounded lines, conveying a sense of naturalness and informality.

Technique & Style

Cézanne employed soft colors and blurred edges to capture the impression of light and movement, rather than precise details. The use of colored lithography allowed for a range of tonal values and subtle color nuances.

The Bathers (Small Plate)
The Bathers (Small Plate), Paul Cézanne

Artist & collection

Portrait of Paul Cézanne

Artist

Paul Cézanne

Paul Cézanne ( say-ZAN, UK also siz-AN, US also say-ZAHN; French: ; Occitan: Pau Cesana; 19 January 1839 – 22 October 1906) was a French Post-Impressionist painter whose work introduced new modes of representation,…

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Who painted The Bathers (Small Plate)?

The Bathers (Small Plate) was painted by Paul Cézanne in 1897.

Where can I see The Bathers (Small Plate)?

The Bathers (Small Plate) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Bathers (Small Plate)?

The Bathers (Small Plate) is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of The Bathers (Small Plate)?

Museum-quality prints of The Bathers (Small Plate) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.