Dancers in Blue, 1890 by Hilaire Germain Edgar Degas
Canvas Print - 2851-DEE
Location: Musee d'Orsay, Paris, FranceOriginal Size: 85 x 75.5 cm
Giclée Canvas Print | $65.32 USD
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*Max printing size: 51.2 x 45.2 in
*Max framing size: Long side up to 28"
"Dancers in Blue" will be custom-printed for your order using the latest giclée printing technology. This technique ensures that the Canvas Print captures an exceptional level of detail, showcasing vibrant and vivid colors with remarkable clarity.
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Painting Information
Edgar Degas’ "Dancers in Blue" is an exquisite exploration of movement and color, rendered with the masterful touch that defines Degas’ oeuvre. Painted in 1890, this work captures a fleeting moment backstage, offering us a glimpse into the world of ballet with an intimacy that feels almost voyeuristic.
The composition is dominated by the vibrant blue tutus of the dancers, which contrast beautifully against the muted, earthy tones of the background. Degas' use of pastels creates a soft, almost dreamlike quality, imbuing the scene with a sense of immediacy and fluidity. The dancers, caught in mid-movement, seem to shimmer with life, their graceful forms bending and stretching as they prepare for their performance.
What is striking about this painting is Degas’ ability to convey the individuality of each dancer through subtle variations in posture and gesture. The delicate positioning of their limbs, the slight tilt of their heads, and the interplay of light and shadow on their skin all contribute to a sense of realism and depth.
The background, a riot of blurred, impressionistic foliage and figures, suggests a bustling, vibrant environment just out of focus, highlighting the dancers as the central focus. This technique not only draws the viewer's eye to the performers but also adds a layer of complexity to the composition, suggesting the chaos and excitement of the moments before a performance.
Degas’ "Dancers in Blue" is a masterclass in the use of color and composition to capture the ephemeral beauty of ballet. It is a testament to his deep understanding of movement and form, and his ability to transform a simple backstage scene into a work of profound beauty and emotion.
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