Dancer in the Role of Harlequin 1879 - 1920

"Dancer in the Role of Harlequin," a bronze sculpture by Edgar Degas, captures the fleeting movement of a dancer in mid-pose. Degas, known for his depictions of dancers, used this small sculpture to showcase his ability to translate the human form into a static medium, capturing the essence of movement in a single moment. The figure’s elongated limbs and dynamic pose evoke the energy and grace of a ballerina, showcasing Degas’s deep understanding of the human anatomy and the art of dance. This sculpture, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, stands as a testament to Degas’s mastery of form and movement.