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Femme au Tub, 1884 (pastel on paper)
GLS314084 Femme au Tub, 1884 (pastel on paper) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 59x83 cm; Art Gallery and Museum, Kelvingrove, Glasgow, Scotland; (add.info.: Woman in a bathtub;); © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection
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This pastel artwork by Edgar Degas, titled "Femme au Tub, 1884" transports us to the intimate setting of a woman's daily routine. The piece showcases Degas' exceptional talent in capturing everyday life scenes with remarkable detail and sensitivity. In this particular composition, we see a female figure bending over in a bathtub, engaged in the act of bathing. Degas masterfully portrays her graceful posture as she delicately washes herself with a sponge. The artist's attention to light and shadow creates an atmosphere that is both serene and sensual. The subject's nudity adds an element of vulnerability and rawness to the scene, emphasizing the private nature of this moment. However, Degas treats his subject matter with utmost respect and dignity, avoiding any sense of voyeurism or objectification. Through this artwork, Degas invites us into the realm of personal hygiene—a mundane yet essential aspect of our lives often overlooked in artistic representations. By focusing on these seemingly ordinary moments, he elevates them into something extraordinary. Displayed at the Art Gallery and Museum in Kelvingrove, Glasgow, Scotland, this print captures not only the beauty but also the historical significance of 19th-century art. It serves as a testament to Degas' skill as both a painter and observer of human life.
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