Artwork
The Bathers
The Bathers is a print by the Impressionist artist Paul Cézanne. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1963.598
- Credit line
- Gift of Mrs. Malcolm L. McBride
About this work
Overview
The Bathers is a 1897 print by Paul Cézanne, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts five nude men in relaxed poses within a wooded setting, surrounded by trees and foliage. The naturalistic representation conveys a sense of calm and serenity.
Technique & Style
Cézanne's use of color and light creates a warm atmosphere, inviting the viewer into the scene. The relaxed, natural depiction of the figures is characteristic of his style.
Context
This work is associated with the broader context of late 19th-century art movements, including Impressionism, which emphasized capturing natural light and color.
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Artist & collection
Artist
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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