Pavlowa in "Carmen"
1904
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1904
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a woman, likely a dancer, in a dramatic pose. She's dressed in a long, flowing skirt. The woman is Pavlowa, a famous dancer, in a scene from "Carmen". The scene is set on a simple stage with a few props. The painter used bold colors to draw attention to Pavlowa. The painting gives us a glimpse into the world of early 20th-century theater. Look up the technique of chiaroscuro to learn more about how artists use light and dark.
