Artwork
The Bathers (Small Plate)
The Bathers (Small Plate) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Paul Cezanne. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Bathers (Small Plate) is a colored lithograph created by Paul Cézanne in 1897.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts five nude figures in a wooded setting, arranged around a small clearing. The scene is characterized by loose brushstrokes and simple, rounded lines, conveying a sense of naturalness and informality.
Technique & Style
Cézanne employed soft colors and blurred edges to capture the impression of light and movement, rather than precise details. The use of colored lithography allowed for a range of tonal values and subtle color nuances.
Artist & collection
Artist
Paul Cézanne was born on January 19, 1839, in Aix-en-Provence, the son of a hatter turned wealthy banker.
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