Yellow Dancers (In the Wings) 1874 - 1876

Edgar Degas's *Yellow Dancers (In the Wings)* captures the backstage world of dancers in the late 19th century. Created between 1874 and 1876, the painting features a group of ballerinas in their yellow tutus, preparing for a performance. Degas’s focus on the informal, behind-the-scenes moments of dancers emphasizes the physicality and dedication required for the art of ballet. The loose brushstrokes and pastel colors convey a sense of movement and informality, characteristic of Impressionism, which Degas was closely associated with, though he was considered a realist. The painting is currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago.