Bathing House Collection

England, Northumberland, Howick Bathing House. Howick Bath House, on the Northumberland Heritage Coast, shortly after dawn

New York, Saratoga Springs, Lincoln Baths
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Waterfront promenade with bathing huts in Wasserburg am Bodensee, Bavaria, Germany

Bathing huts on the waterfront in Wasserburg am Bodensee, Bavaria, Germany

A Calm, pub. H Humphrey, London, 1810 (hand-coloured engraving)
872449 A Calm, pub. H Humphrey, London, 1810 (hand-coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Bathers, 1921. Artist: Kustodiev, Boris Michaylovich (1878-1927)
Bathers, 1921. From a private collection

Monks. Wrongly stranded, 1870s. Artist: Solovyev, Lev Grigoryevich (1837-1919)
Monks. Wrongly stranded, 1870s. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Museum, Sumy

The Bath, 1910. Artist: Kustodiev, Boris Michaylovich (1878-1927)
The Bath, 1910. Found in the collection of the Malmo Konstmuseum

Beach Bathing House Santa Monica Carleton Watkins
Beach and Bathing House at Santa Monica; Carleton Watkins (American, 1829 - 1916); 1880; Albumen silver print

Muizenburg Bathing Boxes, near Capetown, South Africa

St. James Bay Bathing Boxes, near Capetown, South Africa

South Africa, Western Cape, St James. Colorful changing houses line a False Bay beach on the Cape Peninsula

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"Discover the Charm of Bathing Houses: From England to Germany and Beyond" Immerse yourself in a world of seaside delights as we explore the fascinating concept of bathing houses. Let's embark on a journey that takes us from the picturesque landscapes of Northumberland, England, to the idyllic waterfront promenade adorned with bathing huts in Wasserburg am Bodensee, Bavaria, Germany. In Howick Bathing House, Northumberland, England, one can almost feel the echoes of history reverberating through its walls. This quaint structure stands proudly along the waterfront promenade and offers a glimpse into an era when such establishments were essential for seaside leisure. Crossing borders to Bavaria, Germany, we find ourselves captivated by the charming bathing huts dotting Wasserburg am Bodensee's shoreline. These vibrant structures add a touch of whimsy to this already enchanting town. As we stroll along this picturesque waterfront promenade lined with colorful cabins reminiscent of simpler times, it becomes evident why these bathing houses have become iconic symbols in this region. Venturing further eastward brings us to Crimea's breathtaking coast captured in an exquisite engraving titled "Panoramic View of the Coast. " The image transports us back centuries ago when bathers sought solace amidst nature's beauty and tranquility. Turning our attention towards artistry inspired by these coastal retreats reveals Boris Michaylovich Kustodiev's masterpiece "Bathers. " Through his brushstrokes and vivid colors, he immortalizes moments spent at these beloved havens where joyous laughter mingles with crashing waves. However serene these scenes may be depicted artistically or historically accurate they may seem; life sometimes throws unexpected surprises our way. Lev Grigoryevich Solovyev captures such an incident in his painting "Monks. Wrongly stranded, " reminding us that even monks are not immune to mishaps while seeking respite near the water's edge.