Madame Dietz-Monnin 1879

Edgar Degas's pastel drawing, "Madame Dietz-Monnin," is a striking portrait created in 1879. The work captures the subject in a three-quarter view, her head turned slightly to the right, with a soft smile playing on her lips. She is adorned with a wide-brimmed, pink hat with a white plume, her dark hair peeking out from beneath it. The textured strokes of pastel used by Degas create a sense of depth and movement in the composition, highlighting the subject's delicate features and the soft drapery of her clothing. The use of a limited palette of browns, pinks, and whites adds to the intimacy and elegance of the work.