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At the Cafe des Ambassadeurs (Aux Ambassadeurs)

Edgar Degas

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a dimly lit interior scene with figures. The artwork depicts several figures gathered intimately in a shadowy room. The use of chiaroscuro enhances the sense of depth, creating a mysterious atmosphere. Dark tones dominate the image as the figures blend into the shadows.

Artwork Details

Date
1879/1880
Medium
etching, aquatint, and drypoint on wove paper
Dimensions
3822 × 3465 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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