Woman Ironing 1886

Edgar Degas's "Woman Ironing" (1886) is a poignant depiction of a woman engaged in the mundane task of ironing. The work is a prime example of Degas's focus on capturing the movements and postures of everyday life, often with a sense of realism and immediacy. The painting's composition, with the woman's figure partially obscured and the focus on her hands, emphasizes the repetitive and laborious nature of her work. Degas's use of pastel and oil on canvas creates a soft and textured effect, adding to the intimate and atmospheric quality of the painting. "Woman Ironing" is currently housed in the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool, UK.