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Seated Nude Woman Drying Her Hair, by Edgar Degas, unspecified, 1902

Seated Nude Woman Drying Her Hair

Edgar Degas

1902

unspecified

From the collection of Brooklyn Museum

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Overview

Seated Nude Woman Drying Her Hair is a 1902 unspecified by Edgar Degas, a Impressionism work, held at Brooklyn Museum.

Who painted this?
Edgar Degas
When & what style?
1902 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Brooklyn Museum

About this work

The painting depicts a woman seated on the floor, her back arched as she dries her hair. Her body is rendered in a range of dark, muted tones, with visible brushstrokes that give the image a sense of texture and movement. The background is a warm, earthy color, with hints of blue and green that add depth and nuance to the scene. One interesting detail is the way the artist has captured the woman's pose, conveying a sense of relaxation and intimacy. The folds of her skin and the curves of her body are rendered with a high degree of realism, giving the image a sense of tactility and immediacy. This painting is a great example of Edgar Degas' work, and fans of his style may also enjoy exploring the Impressionist movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Edgar Degas
Artist

Edgar Degas

Born Hilaire-Germain-Edgar De Gas on 19 July 1834 in Paris, Edgar Degas came from an affluent banking family with aristocratic roots and spent his childhood among the cultivated circles of the French capital.

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