Dancer Putting on Her Stocking c. 19th century

Edgar Degas, renowned for his depictions of dancers, created this bronze sculpture, "Dancer Putting on Her Stocking," in the late 19th century. The sculpture captures a fleeting moment in a dancer's routine, as she prepares for a performance. Degas's use of rough, unfinished textures and a dynamic pose evokes the energy and physicality of ballet. The sculpture, currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is a testament to Degas's mastery of capturing movement and conveying the human form with raw honesty.