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Dancers, Pink and Green

Edgar Degas

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The painting depicts five dancers in a line. Four are wearing green tutus and one is partially visible on the right edge, wearing a pink and green tutu. The dancers are barefoot. Some have their hands on their heads or hips. The background features vertical brown and orange stripes, likely representing trees or a curtain. The color palette includes shades of green, brown, orange, and pink. The overall impression is soft and blurry, with visible brushstrokes. The scene appears to be set indoors, possibly a dance studio. The artist's style emphasizes movement and everyday life. Dancers, Pink and Green by Edgar Degas.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1890
Medium
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
567 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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