Girl Putting on Her Stockings 1876 - 1877

"Girl Putting on Her Stockings" is an 1876-1877 print by Edgar Degas, a renowned French artist known for his depictions of dancers and other subjects from the Parisian social scene. This particular work showcases Degas's mastery of the monotype printmaking technique. The image depicts a young woman, likely a dancer, in a candid moment, captured in a seemingly unfinished state. The background, rendered with loose brushstrokes, contributes to the sense of immediacy and intimacy, highlighting Degas's unique style that captured fleeting moments.