Fan Mount: Ballet Girls 1879

Edgar Degas's "Fan Mount: Ballet Girls" is a captivating depiction of the world of ballet in a unique format. Created in 1879, the artwork utilizes a fan mount as its canvas, highlighting the artist's exploration of unconventional mediums. The composition features a group of ballerinas, their forms partially obscured against a dark, atmospheric background, reminiscent of the backstage of a theatre. Degas's signature style of capturing the fleeting movements and poses of dancers is evident in this piece, inviting viewers to imagine the full scene and the energy of the performance.