The Bathers by Jean-Léon Gérôme

The Bathers 1889

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painting, oil-paint

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gouache

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painting

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oil-paint

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figuration

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orientalism

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mythology

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genre-painting

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history-painting

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academic-art

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nude

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erotic-art

"The Bathers" by Jean-Léon Gérôme, painted in 1889, showcases the artist's mastery of academic realism. Set in a Turkish bath, the painting depicts women engaged in various activities, from bathing to smoking a hookah. Gérôme's attention to detail is evident in the intricate depiction of the architecture, the play of light, and the realistic rendering of the figures. The painting is a prime example of the academic art movement, characterized by its focus on historical accuracy and technical skill.

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