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Arabesque over the Right Leg, Right Hand near the Ground, Left Arm Outstretched (First Arabesque Penchée)

Edgar Degas

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a human figure in a dynamic pose, resembling a dancer or gymnast performing a move with one leg extended high behind them and both arms reaching forward. The sculpture is made of bronze and rests on a wooden base. The posture and balance create a sense of movement, capturing agility and poise.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1885/1890
Medium
pigmented beeswax, plastiline, metal armature, cork, on wooden base
Dimensions
5165 × 5954 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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