Dancer Putting on Her Stocking (First State) 1891 - 1920

Edgar Degas's "Dancer Putting on Her Stocking (First State)" is a bronze sculpture that captures the fleeting moment of a dancer preparing for a performance. Degas, known for his depictions of dancers, utilizes a rough, unfinished style, giving the sculpture a sense of immediacy. The piece, created between 1891 and 1920, showcases Degas's fascination with capturing movement and the human form in a candid, almost intimate way. Currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, this sculpture is a testament to Degas's lasting impact on the world of art.