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Dancer Fastening the String of Her Tights

Edgar Degas

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a human figure in a standing pose with a slight lean and twist in the torso. The arms are bent, and one hand rests on the opposite shoulder. It is made of bronze, giving it a warm, brownish hue with reflective qualities. The surface appears textured with visible marks and variations. The figure stands on a simple rectangular base consistent with the sculpture's material and color.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1885/1890
Medium
pigmented beeswax, plastiline, metal armature, cork, on wooden base
Dimensions
4893 × 6276 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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