Who painted Study for a Bather (Etude pour une baigneuse)?

Study for a Bather (Etude pour une baigneuse) was painted by Pierre-Auguste Renoir in 1880.

Where can I see Study for a Bather (Etude pour une baigneuse)?

Study for a Bather (Etude pour une baigneuse) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Study for a Bather (Etude pour une baigneuse)?

Study for a Bather (Etude pour une baigneuse) is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Study for a Bather (Etude pour une baigneuse)?

Museum-quality prints of Study for a Bather (Etude pour une baigneuse) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Study for a Bather (Etude pour une baigneuse)

Pierre-Auguste Renoir , 1880

Study for a Bather (Etude pour une baigneuse) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Study for a Bather (Etude pour une baigneuse) is a drypoint print created by Auguste Renoir in 1880, featuring a nude female figure.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a woman standing with her body turned away, her loose hair falling past her shoulders. The pose and soft rendering convey a sense of relaxed, natural movement.

Technique & Style

Renoir used a drypoint needle to scratch the metal plate, producing soft, faint lines that evoke a sketchy, spontaneous feel. The resulting print has a warm, textured quality, with varied light catch on the paper.