Dancer and Tambourine 1897

Edgar Degas's "Dancer and Tambourine" (1897) portrays a ballerina in a blue dress holding a tambourine, set against a background of vibrant, swirling colors. This painting, characteristic of Degas's Impressionist style, captures the movement and fleeting nature of dance. Degas is known for his studies of dancers, often depicted in rehearsal or backstage, capturing their physicality and the dedication they brought to their art.