“Nude Woman Arranging Her Hair,” an oil painting on canvas created by Anders Zorn in 1907, showcases the Realism art movement and belongs to the genre of nude painting (nu). The artwork is currently housed at the Musée d’Orsay in Paris, France.
The artwork depicts a nude woman seated in a wooden chair, engaged in the act of arranging her hair with a red ribbon. The woman is positioned slightly off-center, her body illuminated by a subtle source of light that accentuates the natural form and texture of her skin. The artist masterfully employs a soft color palette, characterized by warm, earthy tones that create a sense of intimacy and tranquility. The background, rendered with broad brushstrokes, suggests the interior of a rustic room, adding to the understated elegance of the scene. Zorn’s attention to detail and adept use of light and shadow exemplify the tenets of Realism, effectively capturing the natural beauty and serene grace of the human form.
