Dancer Seen from Behind and Three Studies of Feet

About this work

This painting is called Dancer Seen from Behind and Three Studies of Feet. It was made by Edgar Degas around 1878. The artist was experimenting with different techniques during this time, which is interesting because it shows how he was trying new things. He was part of the Impressionism and Realism movements, which focused on everyday life. This period was important for Degas as he developed his style. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique of pastel.