Dancer with Raised Arms 1891

Edgar Degas' "Dancer with Raised Arms" (1891) is a pastel drawing depicting a ballerina in a pose of mid-movement, her arms outstretched in a gesture of grace and athleticism. Degas, known for his paintings and sculptures of dancers, captures the fleeting beauty of ballet through a hazy and impressionistic style. The work's soft, muted palette and blurred outlines lend a sense of movement and spontaneity, while the dancer's figure is subtly highlighted against a dark, atmospheric background. This captivating work is now in a private collection.