Les Danseuses #1/5

"Les Danseuses" is one of Edgar Degas' most famous works and means "The Dancers". In this painting, two ballerinas working in a ballet studio are depicted dancing. Degas uses fine brushstrokes to emphasise the movements of the ballerinas and the beauty of their bodies, and reflects the atmosphere of the scene by using bright colours.

This work reflects the characteristics of Degas' typical Impressionist style: bright colours, capturing fleeting moments, capturing the effects of movement and light. However, Degas also has a style of his own. The artist created works that often depict the world of ballet and often offer an insider's perspective.