Female bathers 

Ernest Hébert's "Female bathers" depicts a group of women and children by a body of water. The artist, known for his academic realism, captures the scene with a delicate touch using chalk and pastel. The women's elegant attire and the children's playful innocence create a harmonious composition that is both realistic and idyllic. The drawing's subtle brushstrokes and muted color palette evoke a sense of tranquility and intimacy.