Degas- Dancer in Front of a Window

Edgar Degas was a prolific French painter during the 18 and 1900s. He painted in several different styles, including neoclassicism and impressionism. He also created sculptures. Degas had an apparent obsession with French ballerinas, painting them repeatedly, sometimes even the same scene multiple times. The painting I chose, "Dancer in Front of a Window," is a classic example of his work. The majority of his paintings are flooded with light, both natural and artificial. This painting differs only in that the light almost seems to come from the moon, rather than the sun or candles. It's primarily cool-toned, lending it a melancholy and moody feel. Nonetheless, there is an undeniable sense of peace and grace in the work.