Artwork
Woman at the Tub (Femme au tub)
Woman at the Tub (Femme au tub) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Woman at the Tub is a color lithograph on wove paper created by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in 1896. The print depicts a woman in a domestic setting, showcasing the artist's focus on everyday life.
Subject & Meaning
The lithograph shows a woman sitting in a bathtub, surrounded by a simple environment. The scene is characterized by its candid and intimate portrayal of a mundane moment, reflecting Toulouse-Lautrec's interest in capturing urban life and figures.
Technique & Style
The print is executed in a loose and sketchy style, with visible shading and smudged lines. The rough texture and quick execution give the impression of a spontaneous note rather than a finished image, highlighting Toulouse-Lautrec's expressive approach to lithography.
Artist & collection
Artist
Comte Henri Marie Raymond de Toulouse-Lautrec-Montfa (24 November 1864 – 9 September 1901), known as Toulouse-Lautrec (French: ), was a French painter, printmaker, draughtsman, caricaturist, and illustrator.
