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This is a drawing of a simplified human form amidst abstract shapes. The drawing features a minimalist representation of a body, sketched with fluid black lines, depicting the back of a figure. The figure is set against a backdrop of geometrically abstract elements, including a prominent triangle in the upper left corner and a curved form in the lower right. These abstract shapes are accented with dabs of blue color. The use of minimal lines suggests form while allowing broad interpretation. The strategic use of blue provides an aesthetic contrast to the monochrome sketching.

Drawing1983.6.1

Bather on the Beach

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

1912/1913 · black crayon with blue and gray wash

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The sculpture depicts a nude female figure with one leg in front of the other, her toes pointed as if she is dipping her foot into water. She is leaning slightly forward and looking downwards. Her right hand holds a piece of cloth or drapery in front of her left thigh, and her left hand rests on a tree stump behind her. Her hair is styled up on top of her head, adorned with flowers and a thin headband or ribbon. The sculpture is crafted from smooth white material, and it stands on a round base.

Sculpture2022.107.1

Bather or Nymph at the Bath

Workshop of Etienne-Maurice Falconet

model 1757, carved mid-to-late 18th century · marble statuette

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The image shows black lines and shapes on a tan background. The lines resemble swans with long necks, arcing towards a figure that looks like a person with outstretched arms. There are also jagged lines at the top.

Print1999.106.10

Bather with Swans (La baigneuse aux cygnes)

Félix Vallotton

1893 · woodcut in black on brown wove paper

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This is a drawing of abstract humanoid figures. The drawing consists of two main sets of figures, one pair of figures at the top and an individual figure at the bottom. The figures are roughly sketched using light lines. The top figures consist of one standing figure and one seated or crouched figure, while the bottom figure appears to be in motion. The background is plain, emphasizing the figures. The simplicity of the lines and lack of detail in the figuration suggest an emphasis on capturing motion or form.

Drawing1943.3.3233

Bathers

Honoré Daumier

Date not recorded · black chalk on green laid paper

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The image portrays a low point of view with two figures in a landscape setting. The horizon is near the top with a band of blue and a golden hue above. The grass is vibrant and textured with loose, expressive brushstrokes in pastel tones and soft pencil outlines. The color palette includes soft greens, purples, and yellows, with the figures sketched in blue and purple. Close to us, two human figures are shown within tall grass or dunes; one kneels while the other stands with raised arms. Dense greenery frames the scene, emphasizing the interaction between humans and nature.

Drawing1951.10.351

Bathers

Otto Mueller

Date not recorded · pen and black ink and color crayons

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This is a drawing of a group of individuals on a beach. The drawing showcases several figures engaging in activities by the shoreline. In the foreground, two figures are depicted holding up towels or pieces of cloth. The figures have an exaggerated, slightly distorted style with intricate line work, especially evident in the rendering of the water and sky. The background includes others enjoying the water, with waves lapping at the shore.

Print1954.12.87

Bathers

Max Liebermann

Date not recorded · wood engraving on wove paper

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This painting depicts a group of nude figures bathing near a tree-lined body of water. The figures are depicted in a soft, flowing style with a pale color palette, creating a serene atmosphere. The background shows an abstracted landscape with hills and foliage rendered through loose brushwork. The style is reminiscent of Paul Cézanne, focusing on form and subtle use of color and light to convey depth and volume.

Drawing1997.92.6

Bathers

Samuel Halpert

c. 1905 · watercolor and graphite on wove paper

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This painting depicts four unclothed people in various poses within a lush, natural environment. The people have tan skin and shoulder-length dark hair. Two on the right appear to be women, but one on the left has their back to us, and another in the center is sitting on the ground, their knee raised and covering much of their torso. The people aren't drawn with clear facial features; instead, small dark dots show their eyes, with no detail beyond that. The background shows a dense forest or garden with green, brown, and hints of red brushstrokes indicating leaves, trees, and grass. In the background, a blue shape could indicate water nearby.

Painting2020.112.3

Bathers

Otto Mueller

1916/1917 · distemper on burlap

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This is a drawing of multiple figures engaging in various activities outdoors around a large tree. The scene is detailed with shading and shows a serene natural environment. The figures are depicted with some sitting under the tree and others in motion. The tree trunk divides the composition vertically, and there are textures indicating foliage and grass. The drawing uses pencil or charcoal to create depth and convey light and shadow.

Drawing2015.19.763

Bathers

William P. Babcock

1860s-1870s · charcoal on wove paper

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This is a drawing of two figures in a forest. The black and white drawing depicts two unclothed individuals situated in a forest clearing. They are surrounded by tall trees with distinct, vertically aligned trunks and sparse foliage that forms a canopy overhead. The texture of the trees and the ground is created using dense lines and hatching. The figures are portrayed in a contemplative or relaxed pose, with one figure seated and the other standing, holding fabric draped around the lower body. The scene is intimate and serene, with a focus on the contrast between the natural setting and the human form.

Print1950.4.9

Bathers (Les baigneuses)

Alphonse Legros

Date not recorded · drypoint

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A grassy riverbank cuts across the lower left corner of this painting, in front of a river that fills most of this horizonal landscape. The scene is loosely painted with visible, sometimes thick, brushstrokes mostly in tones of ivory white, sky, denim, and cobalt blue, and spring green. Much of the detail, especially in the people’s faces, is indistinct. The people all appear to have light, peach-colored skin. Three people sit along the steep riverbank, which is indicated with a triangle of asparagus and sage greens. The person to our left wears a marine-blue shirt and a navy-blue cap. The person at the center of this trio sits with their back to us, wearing a dark, plum-purple garment and cap. The third person, closest to us, sits with knees bent, facing the river, wearing a white shirt, black pants, and a navy-blue cap. A small patch of asparagus green farther up the left edge of the composition suggests that the riverbank extends into the distance, and a swipe of dark blue paint could be another person sitting there. The river is painted with horizontal, visible strokes of blue, pea green, tan, and a few touches of petal pink. Three people stand in the water near the bank. Two of them are bare-chested, and one is in the water up to the chin. The head and neck of a white horse wearing a dark bridle enters the scene in the lower right corner, presumably wading in the water. An area stretching across the right half of the composition on the far side of the river reads as trees, but is painted with criss-crossing strokes of moss green, azure blue, and a few touches of burgundy red. One sailboat near the trees and another farther out, to our left, are each created with a vertical stroke of white over a dark smudge to represent the boat. To our left of the trees, there are horizontal bands of pale, butter yellow, blush pink, and baby blue where the river meets the sky, about three-quarters of the way up the composition. The sky is painted with diagonal, criss-crossing strokes of pale mint green, ice blue, and shell pink.

Painting2014.18.54

Bathers (Study for "Bathers at Asnières")

Georges Seurat

1883/1884 · oil on wood

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The image shows a woodland scene with a large tree at the center. The tree has a dense canopy of dark green leaves with hints of light. Other trees in the distance create depth. The scene has a soft, dreamy effect with smooth brushstrokes. The color palette is earthy with warm browns and greens, complemented by light green and off-white patches. Two figures wade in a stream by the tree.

Drawing1996.128.33

Bathers by a Giant Oak

Constant Troyon

c. 1842/1844 · charcoal with stumping and erasing, black chalk, and oil paint, with touches of white chalk, on tan wove paper

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Print1999.106.8

Bathers Caught in a Storm (Les baigneuses surprises par l'orage)

Félix Vallotton

1893 · woodcut in black on brown wove paper

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The image shows a landscape with figures near water. A group of three women and one man are sitting by the water, with another figure partly submerged and one more seated further away. In the background, there are rolling hills and a rock formation with trees. The scene is monochromatic in a sepia tone, with smooth brushstrokes creating a serene atmosphere.

Print2011.139.97

Bathers in a Landscape

Bernard Lens, after Cornelis van Poelenburch

Date not recorded · mezzotint on laid paper

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This is a black and white artwork depicting two nude figures. Both figures are shown from head to knees, occupying a horizontal layout. The figure on the left is lying on their stomach while propped up on their elbows, gazing at the other figure who is sitting with legs bent at the knees. Their facial features are abstractly depicted, with simple shapes for eyes and mouths, and both have short hair or head coverings. There is no detailed clothing visible, as the figures appear unclothed. The background consists of a solid black rectangle, with the figures and some ground area composed of a lighter color providing contrast. The artwork includes the initials "FV" in the lower left corner.

Print1999.106.3

Bathers on the Grass (Baigneuses étendues sur l'herbe)

Félix Vallotton

1893 · woodcut in black on brown wove paper

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The image shows four figures and a background of dense foliage. The figures are in motion and appear to interact with each other. They appear to be standing in shallow water. The facial features are lightly sketched and the figures are undressed. One additional figure is seated on the ground to the right. The background consists of trees and leaves depicted in an impressionistic style, with sunlight filtering through.

Print1944.5.129

Bathers Wrestling (Baigneuses luttants)

Camille Pissarro

c. 1896 · lithograph

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This is a drawing of two figures near a large wooden boat. The scene depicts two figures, one standing knee-deep in water, engaged in an activity at the water's surface while another figure sits on the edge of a shoreline or a dock, observing. The large wooden boat dominates the background, displaying intricate line work capturing the planks and texture. The water shows ripples and reflections, elegantly rendered through delicate lines and shading. The drawing uses a monochromatic palette, likely created with pen or etching, emphasizing the play of light and shadow.

Print1943.3.1467

Bathing at Talloires (La baignade à Talloires)

Albert Besnard

1888 · etching and drypoint on wove paper

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This is a painting of a coastal scene with figures near the sea. The image depicts a foggy or misty seascape with faint outlines of figures along the shore. These figures appear to be lounging or interacting near the water’s edge. The background is hazy, suggesting a landscape that fades into the distance. The colors are soft and muted, with a predominant use of blues and browns. The scene gives a sense of tranquility and movement, with waves crashing into the shore subtly captured. The water turns into wisps resembling mist in the air. This is in style of J.M.W. Turner, recognized for his atmospheric landscapes and use of light and color to evoke mood.

Print1949.5.61

Bathing Beach

George Overbury (Pop) Hart

1925 · color aquatint

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This image shows a wooden bridge with people on it. The horizon is lined with trees or vegetation. The artwork has loose, sketchy brushstrokes. Closest to us, there is a shoreline with a rowboat and grasses depicted with quick lines. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of black and gray against a light background.

Print1946.9.68

Bathing Beach, Bass Rocks

Childe Hassam

c. 1918 · lithograph in black

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This is a painting of two abstract figures in a vibrant landscape. The image shows two stylized, nude figures in an abstract form against a dark blue background. The background is blue with black brushstrokes hinting at foliage. The ground is green. One figure is bending forward, while the other is seated with their back turned. The artwork features strong contrasting colors, simplified shapes, and focuses on body language. The style is reminiscent of Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, known for vivid colors, dynamic compositions, and expressive forms.

Print2012.92.135

Bathing Couple

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

1910 · color woodcut printed in black, blue, green, and red on blotting paper

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The image shows a lush, densely vegetated landscape with a tree in the foreground, finely detailed in texture. In the center-left, a nude figure stands with their back to the viewer, surrounded by various foliage. The horizon is not distinct, and the scene is filled with greenery. The engraving features intricate line work, creating a texture-rich depiction of natural elements. The color scheme is monochromatic, using shades of black and gray to highlight the details of the surroundings.

Print2012.92.332

Bathing Maiden

Carl Wilhelm Kolbe

1796-1800 · etching on laid paper

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About two dozen men and women sit in straight-backed, wooden chairs gathered along a sandy expanse around pockets of water under a slate-blue sky that fills the top two-thirds of this horizontal landscape painting. Most of the people sit with their backs to us but the faces we can see suggest they all have light skin. The people gather in a loose crowd that crosses the left two-thirds of the composition. The women wear dark hats and long dresses with full skirts, their shoulders wrapped in shawls in black, red, dark yellow, or cream white. The men also wear hats, most of them black bowler hats, and suits in black or pecan brown. A few women hold up blue parasols in harvest gold, slate blue, teal, or gray. Two women and a man sit on the sand to the right. Three changing huts stand behind the group across the left half, and two brown horses stand at the water’s edge nearby. Three poles march into the distance to the right near where more people gather across a pocket of water. The artist signed and dated the lower right corner, “E. Boudin – 65.”

Painting1983.1.8

Bathing Time at Deauville

Eugène Boudin

1865 · oil on wood

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The image shows a person seated on a flat surface. They are mostly nude, with part of their upper and lower body visible. The person is in a seated position, leaning slightly forward with their left arm resting on their left knee. Their head is turned downwards, partially obscuring their facial features. They have long hair cascading over their shoulders and are wearing a distinctive cap. The person's form is muscular, with textured skin. There are no visible articles of clothing apart from the cap, and they are not holding any objects. In the background, architectural elements such as a column and a ledge or wall suggest a structured environment with textured stone or brickwork.

Print1943.3.422

Bathing Woman

Albrecht Altdorfer

c. 1520/1530 · engraving on laid paper

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Index of American Design1943.8.7649

Bathroom

Perkins Harnly

1935/1942 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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