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Three light-skinned, dark-haired ballerinas, painted in muted tones, wear off-the-shoulder yellow leotards and tutus as they huddle near each other. One adjusts her costume, while
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France / 1874–76

Yellow Dancers (In the Wings)

Yellow Dancers (In the Wings)

Look closely at Yellow Dancers (In the Wings). Three light-skinned, dark-haired ballerinas, painted in muted tones, wear off-the-shoulder yellow leotards and tutus as they huddle near each other.

What catches your eye before you read the artist and date? The Art Institute dates Yellow Dancers (In the Wings) to 1874–76.

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Edgar Degas (French, 1834–1917) made this painting. The museum dates it 1874–76.

The original museum record has the full image, attribution, and catalog details. Return to the work after reading its record and see what you notice.

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