The Toilette after the Bath 1890

"The Toilette after the Bath" is a pastel drawing by Edgar Degas, created in 1890. It depicts a woman, likely a dancer, in a candid moment of self-care, drying herself off after a bath. Degas is known for his depictions of women in private, often informal, settings, capturing the beauty of the human form in unguarded moments. The artwork is characterized by a loose, gestural style, employing pastel strokes to create a soft and expressive feel, consistent with Degas's signature style. The work is a poignant example of Degas's fascination with the female form and the fleeting nature of everyday life.