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Dancers with Yellow Dresses; Danseuses jupes jaunes, c. 1896
1196261 Dancers with Yellow Dresses; Danseuses jupes jaunes, c.1896 (pastel and charcoal on joined paper) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 60.2x42.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22871784
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
1896 Active Annoyed Arm Movement Arm Out Arm Outstretched Arms Out Arms Outstretched Back Back View Backdrop Backview Ballerina Ballet Ballet Dancer Behaviour Behind Charcoal Danseuses Degas Distracted Distraction Edgar Degas Entertained Entertainer Entertainment Building Entertainment Event Female Garment From The Back Gesture Gesturing Hair Style Hair Up Hand Gesture Hand Movement Head Turned Impressionist Art Impressionistic Jaune Looking Over Shoulder Mounted On Paper On Paper Only Women Pastel Pastel Drawing Perform Performer Performing Physical Activity Pose Posed Posing Position Practice Practicing Practise Practising Rear View Rehearsal Temperament Turned Tutu View From Behind Women Only Yellow Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Jupe Portrait Style Portraiture Young Woman
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This print showcases Edgar Degas' masterpiece, "Dancers with Yellow Dresses; Danseuses jupes jaunes" created around 1896. The artwork, rendered in pastel and charcoal on joined paper, measures 60.2x42.4 cm and is held in a private collection. In this close-up view of the painting, we are transported to the vibrant world of nineteenth-century France. Degas, known for his impressionistic style, beautifully captures the essence of these female dancers through his portrait-like depiction. With their heads turned and an air of annoyance visible on their faces as they look over their shoulders, these women exude both grace and determination. The artist's mastery lies in his ability to convey movement and emotion through his brushstrokes. The impressionist art comes alive as we witness the dancers posed mid-performance - active and full of life. Their flowing yellow dresses swirl around them as they practice their craft with precision. Degas skillfully employs pastel drawing techniques alongside charcoal to create depth and texture within each figure's apparel and hair styles. From behind this perspective, we observe every hand gesture and posture that reveals the dedication these ballet dancers possess. As a French artist himself, Degas captures not only the physicality but also the temperament of these performers with great accuracy. Through this artwork, he invites us into a world where only women dominate the stage - showcasing both their talent and beauty. This late nineteenth-century piece serves as a testament to Degas' contribution to dance portraiture while providing viewers with an enchanting glimpse into entertainment buildings during that era.
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