Waaierblad in Japanse trant beschilderd met een landschap bij opkomende maan 1850 - 1900

This watercolor painting, titled "Waaierblad in Japanse trant beschilderd met een landschap bij opkomende maan," is a fan-shaped depiction of a landscape under a rising moon, possibly inspired by Japanese art, a style Edgar Degas experimented with. The painting, created between 1850 and 1900, is held at the Rijksmuseum and exemplifies Degas's early artistic exploration. The delicate watercolor washes and brushstrokes, combined with the fan format, offer a unique perspective on the subject. Degas, who is better known for his later works on dancers, demonstrates his versatility and interest in diverse artistic influences in this intriguing composition.