Vestment on a Chair 1887

Edgar Degas was a French artist famous for his paintings and sculptures that captured the movement of dancers. This pastel drawing, *Vestment on a Chair* (1887), exemplifies his interest in the human form and its interaction with space. Degas's loose brushstrokes and muted colors create a sense of immediacy and intimacy, highlighting the delicate folds of the fabric and the shadowy interior setting. The composition, with a single object occupying the foreground, is typical of his later works, which often focused on everyday scenes and objects. Degas's artistic vision continues to inspire viewers with its raw honesty and elegant simplicity.