Seated Woman Adjusting Her Hair 1890

Edgar Degas's "Seated Woman Adjusting Her Hair" (1890) is a pastel drawing depicting a woman in a loose, flowing dress adjusting her hair. The subject is viewed from behind, emphasizing the elegance of her posture and the delicate gesture of her hand. This work, housed in the Courtauld Gallery, is a classic example of Degas's fascination with the human form, particularly the world of dancers and their graceful movements. His use of pastel creates a soft, almost ethereal quality, capturing the fleeting nature of the moment.