“Bathers,” created by Honore Daumier around 1852-1853, is an oil painting on panel that belongs to the Realism art movement. This genre painting is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork portrays a serene outdoor scene with three figures engaged in the act of bathing. The central figure appears in a nude form, engaged in an action that suggests drying or preparing to enter the water, while the other two individuals are partially clothed and occupied with their own preparatory activities. The natural surroundings are depicted with a sense of tranquility, featuring a backdrop of trees and a gently sloping riverbank that enhances the intimacy of the scene. The use of muted colors and soft brushstrokes contributes to the overall calm and reflective mood of the composition, characteristic of Daumier’s realist approach.
