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Bather Washing her Hair; Baigneuse Se Lave les Cheveux, 1903 (oil on canvas)
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Bather Washing her Hair; Baigneuse Se Lave les Cheveux, 1903 (oil on canvas)
652431 Bather Washing her Hair; Baigneuse Se Lave les Cheveux, 1903 (oil on canvas) by Petitjean, Hippolyte (1854-1929); 81.6x54.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bather Washing her Hair; Baigneuse Se Lave les Cheveux. Hippolyte Petitjean (1854-1929). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1903. 81.6 x 54.3cm); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22796200
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092011upload 1903 Bather Bathing Bottom Buttock By The Side Of A River Colorless Colourless Embankment Hair Red Hippolyte Petitjean Hygiene Long Hair Looking Back Neo Impressionist Pale Personal Cleanliness Petitjean Pointillism Pointillist Pointillistic Post Impressionism Red Hair Red Head Redhead River Bank Rivers Edge Skin Toilet Washing Willow Tree Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Natural Space Post Impressionist
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Bather Washing her Hair; Baigneuse Se Lave les Cheveux, 1903
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is a captivating oil painting by French artist Hippolyte Petitjean. This enchanting artwork depicts a serene scene of personal cleanliness and tranquility. The composition showcases a young woman standing gracefully by the side of a river, immersed in the act of washing her long red hair. The artist's masterful use of pointillism technique creates an ethereal effect, with delicate dots of color forming the vibrant foliage of a willow tree that frames the bather. Petitjean's post-impressionist style captures the essence of this early 20th-century moment in time. The pale complexion and caucasian ethnicity of the subject add to the timeless beauty portrayed in this piece. The natural surroundings and outdoor setting evoke a sense of peace and harmony with nature. The riverbank provides an idyllic backdrop for this intimate act, emphasizing both physical hygiene and spiritual rejuvenation. Through his brushstrokes, Petitjean invites viewers to appreciate not only the physicality but also the sensuality inherent in everyday rituals such as bathing. The careful attention given to details like posture and skin tone further enhances our connection with this solitary figure engaged in self-care. "Bather Washing her Hair; Baigneuse Se Lave les Cheveux, 1903" is an exquisite example of neo-impressionistic artistry that celebrates femininity, nature's beauty, and personal well-being. It serves as an enduring reminder that even mundane activities can be transformed into moments of profound grace when viewed through artistic eyes.
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