The scene is dominated by a nude female figure, seen from behind, with long dark hair that she is arranging. Her feet rest on a red and yellow patterned cloth, set against vibrant green ground. Behind her, a wide expanse of water with undulating patterns suggests a sea or river. Two other female figures appear in the mid-ground, one seated and the other partially immersed in the water, all sharing the same warm skin tones and dark hair. Paul Gauguin's composition, painted in 1892, showcases bold colors and simplified forms, characteristic of his Post-Impressionist style. This evocative painting would be a striking addition to a space embracing modern art and a sense of wanderlust.