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Study for "Greek Girls Bathing"

Elihu Vedder

National Gallery of Art

The painting shows abstract forms resembling draped figures in conversation. It is in the style of Edgar Degas. Three silhouette-like figures clad in flowing robes are depicted blending into one another. The figures are rendered in muted earthy tones, with subtle variations of brown and beige. The brushstrokes create the appearance of fabric in motion, enhancing the impression of a dynamic interaction. The composition is simplified and stylized, focusing on movement and connection between the figures.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1872
Medium
oil on prepared wove paper
Dimensions
3100 × 2336 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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