The Bath

"The Bath", Woman Drying Herself> is a pastel drawing by Edgar Degas created between 1890 and 1895, now housed in the National Gallery, London. Part of a series exploring nude painting (nu), it depicts a female figure drying herself in a candid, intimate moment characteristic of Degas's focus on everyday life. Influenced by Impressionism, Degas often exhibited his works at Impressionist exhibitions in Paris, gaining a loyal following. His mastery of pastel and interest in capturing the human form contribute to his reputation as a key figure in late 19th-century art.