Who painted Bathers by a Giant Oak?

Bathers by a Giant Oak was painted by Constant Troyon in 1843.

Where can I see Bathers by a Giant Oak?

Bathers by a Giant Oak is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Bathers by a Giant Oak?

Bathers by a Giant Oak is associated with Romanticism.

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Museum-quality prints of Bathers by a Giant Oak are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Bathers by a Giant Oak

Constant Troyon , 1843

Bathers by a Giant Oak is a chalk drawing by the Romanticist artist Constant Troyon. It dates from 1843 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in black chalk: CT

About this work

Overview

Bathers by a Giant Oak is a drawing created by Constant Troyon around 1843. It is a mixed-media work on tan wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts two nude figures near a shallow pool of water under the shade of a large oak tree. The scene is set outdoors, with the tree's thick branches and green leaves dominating the composition.

Technique & Style

Troyon employed a range of media, including charcoal, black and white chalk, and oil paint, to achieve a balance of dark shadows and bright highlights. The brushwork is loose and sketchy, particularly in the rendering of grass and leaves. The use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume.

History & Provenance

Constant Troyon was a French artist associated with the Barbizon school, initially known for landscapes before gaining recognition for his animal paintings.

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Artist

Constant Troyon

Constant Troyon was a French painter of the Barbizon school. In the early part of his career, he painted mostly landscapes. It was only comparatively late in life that Troyon found his métier as a painter of animals,…