Bathers 1865

albertanker

gouache

impressionist

impressionistic

green tone

possibly oil pastel

neo expressionist

green background

underpainting

mythology

painting painterly

impressionist inspired

nature

"Bathers" (1865), by Swiss artist Albrecht Anker, depicts a tranquil scene of children playing in a lake on a sunny day. The painting is known for its realistic portrayal of figures and its use of natural light. Anker, who painted numerous scenes of everyday life, captures a moment of innocence and joy in this work. This painting, as well as many of Anker's works, highlights the importance of nature and family life within the idyllic, pastoral world he paints.