Dancers at the Barre (study) 1877

Edgar Degas, known for his depictions of dancers, created this study of two ballerinas in 1877. The work, housed in the British Museum, depicts dancers practicing at the barre, a common training tool in ballet. The artist's signature, "Degas," is visible at the bottom right of the piece. Degas's work is characterized by its use of pastels, capturing the fleeting movements and grace of dancers. The loose, expressive strokes and soft colors suggest a sense of spontaneity and immediacy, highlighting Degas's fascination with capturing the essence of movement.