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Two Women Bathing (Les deux baigneuses)

Camille Pissarro

1895

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Nude Bathing

Dominant colour

Two Women Bathing (Les deux baigneuses) is a 1895 ink by Camille Pissarro, a Impressionism work, depicting Bathing, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Camille Pissarro
When & what style?: 1895 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

Two women stand knee-deep in a calm stream. One bends forward, washing clothes in the water. The other holds a basket on her head. This etching looks like a quiet snapshot of daily life. Pissarro often drew rural scenes. Here, he uses fine lines and shading to show light on water and skin. See how the artist blends soft tones with sharp details. Check out the National Gallery of Art, Washington.