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Woman Seated, Wiping Her Left Side

Edgar Degas

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a figure of a woman in motion interacting with a flowing material that resembles fabric or a natural element. The figure is shown bending to one side with one arm stretched over her head and the other arm grasping the material. The sculpture is made from a medium that has a bronze-like appearance with hues of brown and hints of darker and lighter shades. The texture is rough, particularly in the draped area, suggesting movement. It stands on a flat wooden base, giving it an even foundation. The sculpture has a poised posture and plays with light and shadow on its surface.

Artwork Details

Date
1890s/1911
Medium
pigmented beeswax, plastiline, metal armature, wood, cork, on wooden base
Dimensions
5401 × 6597 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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