This print of Bathers Surprised by Irish artist William Mulready (1786–1863) is presented as a premium for discerning art collectors and interiors.
Painted in the early nineteenth century, Bathers Surprised is one of Mulready's most striking narrative compositions. Set within a pastoral Irish landscape, the scene captures a moment of sudden interruption as a group of female bathers react to an unexpected onlooker. The central figure, unaware of the disturbance, anchors the composition with classical poise, while the surrounding figures animate the scene with movement, modesty, and human drama.
Mulready's mastery is evident in his anatomical precision, delicate handling of flesh tones, and sophisticated use of colour and light. The work reflects his reputation as one of Ireland's most accomplished genre painters and a favourite of Victorian collectors, including Queen Victoria herself.
Sizes & Format
30 × 40 cm / 12 × 16″
60 × 80 cm / 24 × 32″
Available framed (black, white, wood) or unframed
Print & Frame Details
Archival matte paper, 250gsm (110lb), acid-free and FSC-certified — off-white, uncoated. Framed prints: solid oak or ash wood frame, 20mm thick, with shatterproof protective glazing. Ready to hang, hanging kit included. Unframed prints up to A4 ship flat; larger sizes ship rolled in a protective tube.
Free Worldwide Shipping
Framed prints are packed with protective corners and wrap, boxed with reinforced edges, and braced with internal supports for extra rigidity (max 3 frames per package). Every order ships free, made to order and delivered from the hub closest to you: Ireland 3–7 business days · UK 4–8 · USA 5–10 · Canada 6–12 · Australia 7–14.
