Bathing Nymph
1748
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1748
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
Bathing Nymph is a 1748 oil by François Boucher, a Baroque work, held at Art Institute of Chicago.
The painting shows a nude woman bathing outdoors. She's surrounded by trees and water. The artist used soft colors to create a calm scene. The woman's pose and the landscape around her are very detailed. This painting is interesting because it shows the artist's skill at depicting skin and fabric. You can learn more about the artist's style by looking at the work of François Boucher.
