After the Bath 1877

Edgar Degas's "After the Bath" (1877) depicts a nude woman in a private moment of her daily routine. The woman, seen from behind, is drying her hair, creating a sense of intimacy and spontaneity. This pastel drawing, characteristic of Degas's style, showcases his fascination with the human body and its movements. The composition, with its emphasis on the figure and the blurred background, is reminiscent of Degas's interest in photography and its ability to capture fleeting moments.