Baignade Collection

Une Baignade, Asnieres (Bathers at Asnieres), 1884. Oil on canvas. Georges-Pierre Seurat (1859-1891) French Post-Impressionist painter

Study for Bathers at Asnieres, 1883-4 (see also 2136)
PWI82379 Study for Bathers at Asnieres, 1883-4 (see also 2136) by Seurat, Georges Pierre (1859-91); 15x25 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: preparatory sketch); ePeter Willi; French

Bathers at Asnieres, 1884 (detail of 2136)
QED28861 Bathers at Asnieres, 1884 (detail of 2136) by Seurat, Georges Pierre (1859-91); National Gallery, London, UK; French, out of copyright

Bathers at Asnieres, 1884 (oil on canvas) (detail of 2136)
QED26136 Bathers at Asnieres, 1884 (oil on canvas) (detail of 2136) by Seurat, Georges Pierre (1859-91); 201x300 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; French, out of copyright

Detail of the Bathers at Asnieres, 1884 (oil on canvas)
3247663 Detail of the Bathers at AsniAres, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Seurat, Georges Pierre (1859-91); 201x300 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; French, out of copyright

Study for "Bathers at Asnieres", c. 1883-1884 (oil on wood panel)
499503 Study for " Bathers at AsniAres", c.1883-1884 (oil on wood panel) by Seurat, Georges Pierre (1859-91); 32.00x41.00 (framed) 15.70x24.90 (unframed) cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Bathers at Asnieres, 1884 (detail of 2136)
QED28862 Bathers at Asnieres, 1884 (detail of 2136) by Seurat, Georges Pierre (1859-91); National Gallery, London, UK; French, out of copyright

Bathing Boys, 1873 (oil on panel)
XKH191637 Bathing Boys, 1873 (oil on panel) by Frere, Pierre Edouard (1819-86); 45.6x38.3 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; French, out of copyright

Bathers at Asnieres, 1884 (oil on canvas)
XOS1109248 Bathers at AsniAšres, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Seurat, Georges Pierre (1859-91); 201x300 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; French, out of copyright

Japan-Nature-Snow Monkey
Japanese wild monkeys known as " snow monkeys" bathe in a hot spring at the Jigokudani Wild Monkey Park in Yamanouchi town, Nagano prefecture, Japan. AFP PHOTO / YASUYOSHI CHIBA

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"Baignade: A Glimpse into the Artistic World of Georges-Pierre Seurat" Step into the serene world of "Baignade" and immerse yourself in the beauty captured by Georges-Pierre Seurat. This collection showcases various works, including "Une Baignade, Asnieres, " a masterpiece from 1884 that depicts bathers enjoying a leisurely day by the river. Seurat's attention to detail is evident in his study for "Bathers at Asnieres, " created between 1883-1884. The meticulous brushstrokes on canvas reveal his dedication to capturing every nuance of light and shadow. In particular, the detailed close-ups offer an intimate view of this iconic scene. In addition to these stunning pieces, we catch a glimpse of other notable bathing scenes throughout history. From Courbet's depiction of swimmers to snapshots from Baron Maurice de Rothschild's album sem at the blue sea, each artwork transports us to different moments in time. The Deligny baths in 1842 serve as a reminder that swimming has long been cherished as both a recreational activity and an escape from daily life. Meanwhile, Cabourg beckons with its Grand-Hotel and Restaurant, inviting visitors to indulge in seaside pleasures just five hours away from Paris. Not limited to human subjects alone, horses also find solace in water as seen in "Horses swimming on Sundays at the bridge of Sully. " This vibrant portrayal captures their grace and strength amidst bustling city life. Through this captivating collection, we are reminded of art's ability to transport us beyond our current reality. Join us on this visual journey through baignades past and present – where tranquility meets artistic brilliance.