Who painted Bather III (Baigneuse de Dos)?

Bather III (Baigneuse de Dos) was painted by Anders Zorn in 1896.

Where can I see Bather III (Baigneuse de Dos)?

Bather III (Baigneuse de Dos) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Bather III (Baigneuse de Dos)?

Bather III (Baigneuse de Dos) is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Bather III (Baigneuse de Dos)?

Museum-quality prints of Bather III (Baigneuse de Dos) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Bather III (Baigneuse de Dos)

Anders Zorn , 1896

Bather III (Baigneuse de Dos) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Anders Zorn. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:"Zorn" lower right composition, in plate, artist's hand. "Zorn" lower right margin, graphite, artist's hand. "1896" lower right composition, in plate, artist's hand. "A-110" lower left margin, graphite, unknown hand. "282" upper left margin, graphite, unknown hand. "55" upper left margin, graphite, unknown hand. "a51982" verso, lower left margin, graphite, unknown hand. "1165" verso, center, graphite, unknown hand. "D[illeg.]ck" verso, lower left, graphite, unknown hand.
Markings: Marked:"LRJ" verso, black stamped ink, (Lugt 1760b). "National Gallery of Art" verso, black stamped ink, (Lugt 1932d).

About this work

Overview

Bather III (Baigneuse de Dos) is an etching by Anders Zorn, created in 1896. It is a print on laid paper, capturing a figure in a simple, expressive manner.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts a nude woman with her back turned, her head slightly angled. The subject is rendered with an emphasis on line and texture, suggesting a natural, unposed atmosphere.

Technique & Style

The work showcases the characteristics of etching, with ink on raised lines creating a textured, scratchy appearance. The artist's use of quick, overlapping lines for the hair and light shading for the skin conveys a sense of spontaneity and simplicity.