Woman Stretching 1879 - 1920

Edgar Degas, a renowned Impressionist sculptor, captured the essence of movement in his bronze "Woman Stretching" (1879-1920). This captivating sculpture, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases Degas's fascination with the human form, particularly dancers. The figure's dynamic pose, characterized by a graceful stretch and a slightly tilted head, evokes a sense of energy and immediacy. The rough, textured surface of the bronze further enhances the impression of spontaneity and movement, a hallmark of Degas's artistic style.