A Bather (Echo)

Jean-Jacques Henner

Created:
Movement:
1881
Realism
key Notes:
Nude figure, Classical serenity
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Dimensions:
38 1/8 x 27 3/4 in. (96.8 x 70.5 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"A Bather (Echo)" by Jean-Jacques Henner, created in 1881, exemplifies the artist's interest in the female form and the interplay of light and shadow, characteristic of his work during this period. The painting reflects the influence of the Symbolist movement, with its ethereal quality and focus on sensuality, although specific details regarding its commission or exhibition history remain unknown.

Description of the work:

"A Bather (Echo)" by Jean-Jacques Henner, created in 1881, features a female figure depicted in a serene pose, partially draped in soft, flowing fabrics that accentuate her form. The composition is characterized by a warm palette and a play of light and shadow, which enhances the sensuality of the subject and evokes a sense of tranquility.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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A Bather (Echo)