Artwork
Woman at Her Toilette
Woman at Her Toilette is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Berthe Morisot. It dates from 1878 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
About this work
Overview
Woman at Her Toilette is an oil on canvas painting by Berthe Morisot, depicting a woman in a quiet, intimate moment.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a woman at her vanity, removing her hairstyle after a night out, still wearing earrings and a velvet ribbon. The scene offers a glimpse into the private life of a Parisienne, capturing a moment of modern life.
Technique & Style
Morisot's soft, feathery brushstrokes are used to suggest a floral-patterned bedspread and wallpaper in the background, and a gauzy effect is applied to the mirror, obscuring the figure's reflection.
History & Provenance
The painting was exhibited in the fifth Impressionist group show in 1880, where Morisot's work received high acclaim. Morisot participated in seven of the eight Impressionist exhibitions.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Berthe Marie Pauline Morisot (French: ; 14 January 1841 – 2 March 1895) was a French painter, printmaker and a member of the circle of painters in Paris who became known as the Impressionists.
