After the Bath

"After the Bath" by Edgar Degas (1896) is a delicate pastel drawing that captures a woman drying herself after a bath, exemplifying Degas’s mastery in depicting female nudes. Created using canvas and oil techniques, it reflects Degas's interest in the human form and everyday moments, aligning with elements of Impressionism. The work is part of his series of Nude painting (nu) studies, emphasizing movement and intimacy. Now housed in the National Gallery, London, the piece showcases Degas's innovative approach to representing the female figure.