Bathers c. 1918

This painting by William James Glackens, titled *Bathers*, is a vibrant portrayal of a beach scene. Glackens, a prominent member of the Ashcan School, was known for his depictions of everyday life, often incorporating vivid colors and loose brushstrokes. This work from 1918 showcases these stylistic hallmarks, capturing the lively atmosphere of a beach with figures in bathing suits standing on a pier, against a backdrop of rolling waves and a distant landscape.