Second Arabesque 1850 - 1920

Edgar Degas’s “Second Arabesque” depicts a ballerina in mid-pose. The bronze sculpture captures the movement and grace of a dancer in an arabesque, a common ballet pose. The work is small in size, which allows for a close-up view of the dancer’s form. Degas’s sculptures are known for their realistic depictions of dancers and their meticulous attention to detail. This bronze sculpture is a testament to his fascination with the human form and his deep appreciation for the art of ballet. "Second Arabesque", like many of Degas’s works, is considered to be a masterpiece of Impressionism.