'The Singer in Green by Edgar Degas'
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Fascinating illustration by Edgar Degas from the 19th century
In this vibrant illustration by Edgar Degas, we see a singer in a bright green dress, distinguished by its bold hues of yellow, turquoise, and orange. The performer, with graceful movements, conveys an inviting mood as she offers the audience a smile that expresses more than mere courtesy. The composition highlights the details of her facial features, reminiscent of a famous dancer, while the dynamic color palette reflects Degas' experimentation with contrasts and colors in his works of the 1880s. This illustration could wonderfully fit in a doctor's office or a creative workspace, where it creates an inspiring atmosphere.
Vibrant art for creative spaces
This illustration is perfect for various formats, including premium options like acrylic glass or alu dibond. Also available as a poster - ideal if you already have a suitable frame. If you're uncertain about your product choice, we're happy to provide personal advice.
Country: Germany
Artist's description:
Edgar Degas: The Singer in Green (ca. 1884)
A sale catalogue of 1898 evocatively described the performer pictured in this pastel: "Skinny and with the graceful moves of a little monkey, she has just sung her ribald verses and, with a gesture that conceals an entreaty behind her smile, is inviting applause." With her small eyes, high cheeks, and low brow, the model recalls Marie von Goethem, the working-class girl who posed for Degas’s sculpture The Little Fourteen-Year-Old Dancer. The singer’s dress, rendered in vivid yellow, turquoise, and orange, reflects the artist’s experimentation with saturated hues and color contrasts in the mid-1880s. (Source: The Met)
Collections: Designs & Illustrations, Wall art for the doctor's office, Office Art Prints, Famous Artists, Edgar Degas Wall Art
