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Dancer; Danseuse, 1880s (charcoal and pastel on paper)
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Dancer; Danseuse, 1880s (charcoal and pastel on paper)
1196470 Dancer; Danseuse, 1880s (charcoal and pastel on paper) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 31.6x22.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22549868
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
1880 1880s Active Arm Movement Arm Out Arm Outstretched Arm Raised Arms Raised Aversion Ballerina Ballet Ballet Dancer Ballet Pumps Charcoal Danseuse Decorative Technique Degas Edgar Degas Entertainer Expression Facial Expression Footwear Form Freetime Gesture Gesturing Hand Gesture Hand Movement Head Tilted Impressionist Art Impressionistic Inscribed Leg Raised Legs Raised Leisurely Looking Away Looking Down Mounted On Paper Moving On Paper Pastel Pastel Drawing Physical Activity Pointed Pose Posed Posing Position Raised Arm Recreational Shape Shaped Shoe Signed Turning Away Tutu Woman Alone Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Portrait Style Portraiture Young Woman
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This print showcases Edgar Degas' masterpiece "Dancer; Danseuse" from the 1880s. The artwork, created using charcoal and pastel on paper, measures 31.6x22.5 cm and is currently held in a private collection. Degas, a renowned French artist of the nineteenth century, expertly captures the essence of movement and grace in this impressionistic portrait-style piece. The female dancer depicted here exudes elegance as she looks away with an air of aversion. The decorative technique employed by Degas shapes every detail with precision, highlighting his mastery of impressionist art. The dancer's pose suggests recreation and leisure while her raised arms convey an active expression. Mounted on paper, this pastel drawing beautifully portrays the ballet dancer's full-length figure in a close-up view. Her pointed ballet pumps and legs raised mid-dance add to the sense of motion captured within the frame. As we delve into late nineteenth-century dance culture through Degas' lens, we witness not only a stunning portrayal but also gain insight into the world of ballet during that era. This artwork serves as a testament to Degas' ability to capture both action and emotion within his portraiture. Displayed indoors in all its glory, this image transports us back in time to appreciate one individual's dedication to their craft - an adult who embodies passion through every hand gesture and arm outstretched towards perfection.
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