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Study for "Greek Girls Bathing"

Study for "Greek Girls Bathing", by Elihu Vedder, oil, 1872
Study for "Greek Girls Bathing", by Elihu Vedder, oil, 1872

Study for "Greek Girls Bathing" is an oil drawing by the Impressionist artist Elihu Vedder. It dates from 1872 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Study for 'Greek Girls Bathing' is a drawing created by Elihu Vedder around 1872. It is executed in oil on prepared wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a seated figure with crossed legs, wearing a hat. The simplicity of the representation and lack of fine details suggest a focus on capturing the essence rather than the specifics of the subject.

Technique & Style

The artist employed loose, rapid brushstrokes to convey the figure and its surroundings. The textured paper and muted color palette, dominated by browns and grays, contribute to the overall effect of the drawing, which appears more like a quick study than a finished work.

Study for "Greek Girls Bathing"
Study for "Greek Girls Bathing", Elihu Vedder

Artist & collection

Portrait of Elihu Vedder

Artist

Elihu Vedder

Elihu Vedder (26 February 1836 – 29 January 1923) was an American symbolist painter, book illustrator and poet from New York City.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Study for "Greek Girls Bathing"?

Study for "Greek Girls Bathing" was painted by Elihu Vedder in 1872.

Where can I see Study for "Greek Girls Bathing"?

Study for "Greek Girls Bathing" is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Study for "Greek Girls Bathing"?

Study for "Greek Girls Bathing" is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Study for "Greek Girls Bathing"?

Museum-quality prints of Study for "Greek Girls Bathing" are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.