Het Turkse bad 1865

Sir Francis Seymour Haden's etching, "Het Turkse bad" (1865), depicts a solitary figure, likely a woman, viewed from behind as she walks through a doorway. The figure, rendered in subtle tonal gradations, is enveloped in loose, flowing drapery, suggestive of a bathrobe. The composition, dominated by vertical lines and a sense of depth, is characteristic of Haden's work, known for its meticulous attention to detail and evocative use of light and shadow. The artwork, a testament to Haden's masterful etching technique, is now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, offering viewers a glimpse into the artist's exploration of figure and form.