Bather c. 1885

"Bather" is a delicate red chalk drawing by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, created around 1885. The work, currently housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, captures the essence of the Impressionist movement with its soft lines and ethereal depiction of a female figure. Renoir's signature use of light and shadow adds a sense of fluidity and movement to the subject, emphasizing the fleeting beauty of the human form. The drawing showcases Renoir's mastery of the figure and his ability to convey emotion through subtle gestures.