The Bath Ritual

Bathing is a daily necessity but with a little care, it can become a luscious ritual.  When was the last time you took a nice long soak?  Light a few candles, pour yourself a little glass of vino, play some Maria Callas on the iPod, and sit in the fragrant bubbles until your fingers shrivel.  Think about your day or don't think at all.  Relax and restore.

Stevens, The Bath, 1906

Bonnard, Woman in the Bath with Small Dog, 1945

Degas, After the Bath, 1910

Santerre, Susanna at the Bath, 1704

Gerôme, Moorish Bath, 1880

Cassatt, The Bath, 1893