Copy painting on canvas of the artwork
After the Bath, Woman Drying Herself (Degas)

This monumental pastel is one of Edgar Degas’s most famous nudes. It depicts a standing woman, seen from behind, bending over to dry herself with a large towel that envelops her legs. The composition is tightly framed, emphasizing the twist of the body and muscle tension. The artist captures the vulnerability and strength of his model with unparalleled accuracy. The environment is richly textured: the orange floral wallpaper and the sofa covered with a blue cloth create a vibrant and intimate setting. The pastel technique is pushed to its peak here, with energetic hatching that builds volumes and makes the light vibrate on the skin. It is a work of striking modernity, which bears witness to Degas’s obsession with the natural female body, far from academic poses.