The artwork titled “The Toilet,” created by the artist Balthus in 1957, is an oil painting on canvas that measures 130.8 by 162 cm. It belongs to the Expressionism art movement and falls under the genre of nude painting (nu). This significant piece is part of a private collection.
The artwork depicts a nude figure standing in a domestic interior. The subject appears to be a young woman, rendered with a calm and contemplative expression. The background features a decorative, floral-patterned fabric or wallpaper that adds a vivid contrast to the subdued tones of the figure’s skin. To the right of the composition, a small area of what might be furniture or textiles is partially visible, draped with a red cloth. The scene is illuminated by soft, diffused light, lending a quiet and introspective mood to the painting.
