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Dancer, c. 1880 (charcoal and pastel on pink paper laid on board)
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Dancer, c. 1880 (charcoal and pastel on pink paper laid on board)
988862 Dancer, c.1880 (charcoal and pastel on pink paper laid on board) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 41.5x29 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Dancer; Danseuse. Edgar Degas (1834-1917). Charcoal and pastel on pink paper laid on board. Drawn circa 1880. 41.5 x 29cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23689580
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1880 1880s Active Arm Movement Arm Out Arm Outstretched Back Back View Backview Balance Balanced Balancing Ballerina Ballet Ballet Dancer Ballet Pumps Behind Charcoal Concentrating Concentration Degas Edgar Degas Entertained Entertainer Entertainment Event Facial Expression Footwear Form From The Back Gesture Gesturing Grace Graceful Hair Up Hand Gesture Hand Movement Hand On Hip Hands On Hips Impressionist Art Impressionistic Laid Down Laid Down On Board Laid On Board Leg Raised Legs Raised Looking Down Mounted On Paper On Paper Pastel Pastel Drawing Perform Performer Performing Physical Activity Pointed Pose Posed Posing Practise Practising Rear View Shape Shaped Shoe Tutu View From Behind Woman Alone Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Hair Style Pink Paper Portrait Style Portraiture Positive Concepts Young Woman
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This print showcases Edgar Degas' renowned artwork, "Dancer, c. 1880". The piece, created with charcoal and pastel on pink paper laid on board, exudes the artist's signature impressionistic style. With a close-up view of a female dancer in an elegant pose, this portrait captures the grace and beauty of ballet. The dancer is depicted from behind, emphasizing her balanced posture and exquisite shape. Her hair is styled impeccably as she performs with poise and concentration. The hand gesture adds to the expressive nature of the composition. Degas' mastery shines through in his ability to capture movement and energy through delicate pastel drawings. The dancer's legs are raised effortlessly while her hands rest confidently on her hips. Every detail is meticulously rendered, showcasing Degas' commitment to capturing the essence of dance. Mounted on paper within a private collection, this late nineteenth-century artwork exemplifies Degas' contribution to French art during the Impressionist era. His portrayal of dancers became iconic representations of their craft. This print by Bridgeman Images allows viewers to appreciate every nuance of Degas' masterpiece up close. It serves as a reminder that art has the power to transport us into moments frozen in time – allowing us to witness the beauty and skill inherent in dance through one artist's unique perspective.
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