The Sun Bathers

c. 1930

Robert Charles Peter

Associated Names
Robert Charles Peter

Artist, British, 1888 - 1980

The image shows three nude figures in various reclining and seated positions. One figure is lying on their side with one arm raised, resting their head on the bent arm. The other two figures are seated, facing each other with a large parasol between them. One figure has flowers in their hair, while the other has a cap or head covering. They are situated on draped fabrics or cushions. In the background, there are nautical elements, such as ropes and a large anchor. The setting appears enclosed, resembling a section of a boat or ship, with detailed shading for depth.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    mezzotint in black on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow)

  • Dimensions

    image: 30.96 × 49.21 cm (12 3/16 × 19 3/8 in.)
    plate: 32.54 × 49.53 cm (12 13/16 × 19 1/2 in.)
    sheet: 44.45 × 60.96 cm (17 1/2 × 24 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2015.19.1351

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Frank B. Bristow, Falls Church, Virginia; Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, 1968; acquired 2015 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: R. C. Peter; lower right in graphite: 40/75; lower right edge in graphite by unknown hand: The Sun Bathers (Mezzotint)

Markings

stamped center left verso in black ink: F.B.B. [circled]

Watermarks

F J Head

Wikidata ID

Q77013341

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