The artwork, titled “Small Brunette Bather,” was created by Henri Fantin-Latour in the year 1884. Executed with oil on canvas, this piece belongs to the Realism art movement and falls under the genre of nude painting (nu). The artwork is presently housed in a private collection.
The composition presents a delicate and intimate depiction of a young brunette woman, poised beside a body of water. She is portrayed in a contemplative posture, with her head gently bowed and her form partially obscured by the interplay of light and shadow. The artist’s meticulous attention to detail and fluid brushwork accentuate the naturalism characteristic of the Realism movement. The muted color palette and soft focus contribute to the serene and introspective ambiance of the painting, inviting the viewer to appreciate the tranquil beauty of the scene.
