
The work belongs to a well-known series of works depicting naked women during bathing, combing, etc. in which, often, the heroines are in uncomfortable poses.
The reaction to the series was ambiguous and was awarded both criticism and praise. Some critics accused the author of misogyny, apparently, groundlessly.
Woman wiping herself with a towel by Edgar Degas
Woman at the toilet by Edgar Degas
Taz Bath by Edgar Degas
After the Bath by Edgar Degas
Rehearsal of the ballet on stage by Edgar Degas
Hair combing by Edgar Degas
Abduction by Edgar Degas
Femme s’essuyant après un bain – Edgar Degas