Bathing Woman 1520 - 1530

Albrecht Altdorfer's "Bathing Woman" is an engraving from the early 16th century that depicts a nude female figure, likely a mythological nymph, seated on a ledge. The figure's head is turned away, creating a sense of mystery, while her flowing hair and delicate features underscore her femininity. Altdorfer's masterful use of line and shading gives the image a lifelike quality, highlighting the woman's form and the soft contours of her body. The engraving, now in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is a testament to Altdorfer's talent as a draftsman and his interest in the beauty of the human figure.