Mythological Scene with Woman Bathing n.d.

This anonymous drawing depicts a scene from a mythological story. The figures, barely visible due to the faint and sketchy nature of the drawing, are shrouded in a soft, atmospheric haze. It is unclear what exact myth is being depicted, but the central female figure, likely a nymph, is portrayed in a bathing scene with a male figure, possibly a god or a hero. The overall composition, with its blurred forms and emphasis on suggestion rather than detail, points to a possible creation by an artist during the 19th century, a period of great interest in the revival of classical myth and a shift towards Romanticism in art. This work, housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, is a unique example of the anonymous artistic practice of the time, highlighting the importance of sketching and preliminary studies in the artistic process.