“The Bather”

This piece, titled “The Bather”, is by Jean de Bottom and dates to 1929, reflecting a Art Deco style. It is executed in Oil on canvas, showcasing the use of materials and technique. The dimensions and framing details are not specified, leaving its scale open to interpretation. The work is unsigned, and provenance records indicate that Peter said he first saw this in 1986 and it had a handwritten note written by de Botton which said “I have finally caught up to Renoir”. This was thought to be de Botton best nude and the point in his career where he considered himself to have reached to artistic mastery of his French colleague, Renoir.. Works in the art deco tradition often emphasize technique and thematic expression, inviting viewers to engage with the subject and context. This summary is generated from catalog records and reviewed for accuracy in attribution, date, and materials.