The Dancer of Tanjore (La bayadère de Tanjore)

The Dancer of Tanjore (La bayadère de Tanjore)

Paul-Albert Besnard

1914

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting shows a woman dancing in a traditional outfit. She's dressed in a long skirt and has a serious expression. The dancer is the main focus of the painting, and the background is simple. The woman's outfit and the way she's dancing suggest a traditional Indian dance. This style of dance is often performed to tell stories or show emotions. You can learn more about this style of art by looking at the work of artist: Besnard, Albert.

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