Woman Seated on a Balcony 1872

"Woman Seated on a Balcony" (1872) by Edgar Degas, a prominent Impressionist painter, depicts a woman seated on a balcony. The soft, pastel hues and the blurred background contribute to the impressionistic style characteristic of Degas' work. The woman's pose, with her hands resting on her lap, exudes a sense of tranquility. The composition and the subject matter are reminiscent of Degas' interest in capturing the ephemeral beauty of everyday moments. Degas's exploration of light and shadow and the use of pastels create a soft and ethereal atmosphere.