Nymphs Leaving the Bath 1843

"Nymphs Leaving the Bath" (1843) by Camille Corot depicts three nude female figures in a woodland setting. The soft, hazy brushstrokes typical of Corot's style create a dreamlike atmosphere, blurring the boundary between reality and fantasy. The figures are bathed in soft light, their bodies rendered with delicate precision, and their poses suggest a sense of ease and natural grace. This painting exemplifies the romanticism of Corot's approach to landscape painting, and his ability to capture the subtle beauty of nature. The work, which hangs in the Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to Corot's enduring influence on French landscape painting.