Artwork
Bathers
Bathers is a print by the Impressionist artist Henri Fantin-Latour. It dates from 1899 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Bathers is a print created by Henri Fantin-Latour in 1899. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two women from behind, seated in a dark, leafy environment. Their faces are not visible, shifting the focus to their forms and the interplay of light and shadow.
Technique & Style
Loose and rough brushstrokes characterize the work, blending light and shadow without clear definition. This approach, emphasizing visible brushwork over detail, is reminiscent of Impressionist techniques.
Context
Fantin-Latour's work was produced during the late 19th century, a period when Impressionism was a significant artistic movement. His style in Bathers aligns with Impressionist principles.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ignace Henri Jean Theodore Fantin-Latour (French pronunciation: ; 14 January 1836 – 25 August 1904) was a French painter and lithographer best known for his flower paintings and group portraits of Parisian artists and writers.
