Bathers was painted by Paul Cézanne in 1892.

Where can I see Bathers?

Bathers is held by Art Institute of Chicago.

What movement is Bathers?

Bathers is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Bathers

Paul Cézanne , 1892

Bathers is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Paul Cézanne. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.

Accession no.: 109418
Credit line: Gift of Mrs. T. Clifford Rodman

About this work

Overview

Bathers, an oil on canvas painting by Paul Cézanne, dates to 1892 and is part of the collection at the Art Institute of Chicago.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts three female figures by a river, with one standing in the water and two seated on the shore, accompanied by a floating boat. Cézanne's focus was on capturing the interplay of light across both the human form and the aquatic setting.

Technique & Style

Characterized by thick, uneven brushstrokes, the work exemplifies Cézanne's use of impasto, lending the scene a textured, realistic quality.

History & Provenance

Created in 1892, the painting is one of multiple iterations of the 'Bathers' theme by Cézanne, reflecting his persistent exploration of the subject.

Context

Part of Cézanne's broader oeuvre, 'Bathers' sits within the Post-Impressionist movement, distinguished by its departure from traditional techniques of representation.

Legacy

As part of Cézanne's body of work, 'Bathers' contributes to his influence on the development of modern art, though its specific impact is contextual within his overall output.

Artist & collection

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,…