Study of Four Women Bathing c. 1879 - 1882

"Study of Four Women Bathing" is a pencil sketch created by Paul Cézanne between 1879 and 1882. The drawing depicts four nude figures in a landscape setting, possibly bathing in a river. Cézanne's use of loose, expressive lines and his focus on form over detail are characteristic of his artistic style, which helped pave the way for modern art. The sketch is a study for a larger painting, demonstrating the artist's meticulous process. The simplicity of the composition, with its emphasis on the human form, is reminiscent of classical art. The drawing is a testament to Cézanne's masterful handling of the pencil medium, capturing the fluidity and movement of the figures.