At the Cirque Fernando 1879

"At the Cirque Fernando" (1879) is a monotype by Edgar Degas depicting two scenes: a glimpse of a performance at the Cirque Fernando in Paris, and a woman in her bedroom. The monotype technique, which involves transferring ink from a metal plate onto paper, creates a unique soft and blurred effect, mirroring Degas's interest in capturing fleeting moments and movement. This piece, held at The Art Institute of Chicago, highlights the artist's fascination with the Parisian world, particularly the circus and theater, and his ability to capture the intimacy of daily life.