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Dancer, Arms Raised Behind the Head; Danseuse, les bras leves et ramenes derriere la tete
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Dancer, Arms Raised Behind the Head; Danseuse, les bras leves et ramenes derriere la tete
1196339 Dancer, Arms Raised Behind the Head; Danseuse, les bras leves et ramenes derriere la tete, (charcoal and white chalk on paper) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 44.9x24.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23295278
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Active Arm Raised Arms Raised Behind Chalk Charcoal Degas Edgar Degas Impressionist Art Impressionistic Mounted On Paper On Paper Physical Activity Position Raised Arm Stretch Stretching Tutu White Chalk White Color Woman Alone Yawn Yawning Artist French French Art French Artist
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This print showcases Edgar Degas' masterpiece, "Dancer, Arms Raised Behind the Head; Danseuse, les bras leves et ramenes derriere la tete". Created in the late nineteenth century using charcoal and white chalk on paper, this impressionistic artwork beautifully captures the grace and elegance of a female dancer. In this front view composition, we see a young adult dancer stretching her body while raising her arms behind her head. The artist's mastery of light and shadow is evident in the delicate lines that bring out the contours of her figure. The dancer's posture exudes both strength and vulnerability as she stands alone in her tutu. Degas was renowned for his fascination with capturing movement through his art. In this piece, he expertly portrays the physical activity of dance by freezing a moment in time where we witness the dancer mid-yawn. This fleeting action adds an element of realism to an otherwise ethereal scene. As one explores this work further, it becomes apparent that Degas' use of charcoal brings depth and texture to each stroke. The contrast between dark charcoal lines against pristine white chalk highlights every detail with precision. This print serves as a testament to Degas' contribution to Impressionism and French art during the late 19th century. It invites viewers into a world where dancers come alive through their movements, evoking emotions within those who appreciate their beauty.
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