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The bath, by Clémentine Hélène Dufau, oil, 1913

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Overview

The bath is a 1913 oil by Clémentine Hélène Dufau, a Art Nouveau work, held at National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.

Who painted this?
Clémentine Hélène Dufau
When & what style?
1913 · Art Nouveau
Where can I see it?
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina

About this work

The painting depicts a nude woman sitting on a white cloth, with her knees bent and her hands resting on her thighs. Her body is turned slightly to the right, and her head is tilted downward, gazing at the ground. The background of the painting features a pool of water, a white balustrade, and a few green plants. The woman's body is rendered in soft, gentle brushstrokes, with a focus on capturing the subtle curves and contours of her form. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, as if the woman is lost in thought. For more information on the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up Clémentine Hélène Dufau.

About the artist

Portrait of Clémentine Hélène Dufau
Artist

Clémentine Hélène Dufau

Clementine-Hélène Dufau (18 August 1869, Quinsac - 18 March 1937, Paris) was a French painter decorative artist, poster designer and illustrator.

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