The Dancer 1898

Edward John Poynter's 1898 "The Dancer" depicts a young woman, likely a muse, adorned with a rose crown and holding a tambourine. Her relaxed posture and thoughtful expression suggests a pause in the midst of a performance. This oil painting, a fine example of the Pre-Raphaelite style, captures the beauty and grace of the female form through delicate brushstrokes and muted colors.