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Three Bathers, by Félix Vallotton, ink, 1894

Three Bathers

Félix Vallotton

1894

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Three Bathers is a 1894 ink by Félix Vallotton, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Félix Vallotton
When & what style?
1894 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows three women bathing in a body of water. The women are shown from the waist up, with their faces and bodies partially submerged. The water is depicted in dark, wavy lines, and the women's bodies are shown in a lighter color. In the background, the sky is depicted in a lighter color, with a few clouds visible. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance, with the focus on the women and the water. The artist's use of bold lines and simple colors creates a sense of calm and serenity. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the movement of Impressionism.

About the artist

Portrait of Félix Vallotton
Artist

Félix Vallotton

Félix Édouard Vallotton (French: ; December 28, 1865 – December 29, 1925) was a Swiss and French painter and printmaker associated with the group of artists known as Les Nabis.

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