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Dancer Standing, in Profile; Danseuse Debout, de Profil, c
825137 Dancer Standing, in Profile; Danseuse Debout, de Profil, c.1880 (pastel on tan paper laid down on board) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 59.8x44.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Dancer Standing, in Profile; Danseuse Debout, de Profil. Edgar Degas (1834-1917). Pastel on tan paper laid down on board. Drawn circa 1880. 59.8 x 44.9cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23295748
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1880 1880s Accessories Active Ballerina Ballet Ballet Dancer Bending Bending Forward Bending Forwards Degas Direct Gaze Edgar Degas Entertainer Faceless Female Garment Form Forward Head Turned Impressionist Art Impressionistic Laid Down Laid Down On Board Laid On Board Leaning Forwards Leg Bent Looking At Camera Mounted On Paper On Paper Pastel On Paper Personal Accessory Physical Activity Pointed Shape Shaped Stretch Stretching Tan Paper Unrecognisable Woman Alone Accessory Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Portrait Style Portraiture Young Woman
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Dancer Standing, in Profile; Danseuse Debout, de Profil
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is a captivating pastel artwork by Edgar Degas, created around 1880. The piece showcases the artist's mastery of impressionism and his ability to capture movement and grace. In this portrait-style composition, we see a female ballet dancer standing with her head turned towards the camera. Her body is shaped beautifully as she leans forward, stretching one leg behind her with precision. The dancer's apparel emphasizes her active posture and elegant form. Degas' use of pastels on tan paper laid down on board adds depth and texture to the artwork. The soft colors create an ethereal atmosphere that enhances the overall impressionistic style. The absence of facial features allows viewers to focus solely on the dancer's physicality and poise. Her direct gaze engages us directly, drawing us into her world of dance. This late nineteenth-century masterpiece exemplifies Degas' fascination with capturing moments from everyday life, particularly those related to ballet dancers. Through his unique artistic vision, he immortalizes not only their physical movements but also their dedication and passion for their craft. This print captures every detail of Degas' original work in stunning clarity. It serves as a testament to the enduring beauty and significance of impressionist art in our modern world.
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