Edgar Degas, is his formative years as a young artist, came across a burgeoning group of likeminded artists Monet, Renoir, and Sisley. The group would go on to form the basis of the Impressionists, and together would change the face of western painting. Participating in the first Impressionist exhibition in 1874, Degas subsequently stood out as an urban, socially aware painter of the Impressionist style. Unlike his contemporaries his medium was the economic and cultural environment of Paris, its seedy underbelly, its savage social hierarchies, and most importantly, its dancers. Driven from the glare of natural light by a crippling eye condition, Degas turned to the gloomy interiors of rehearsal studios and ballet theatres to find a microcosm for the sickly condition of French life in the late nineteenth century. Known since as the 'painter of dancers' Degas' 1500-plus works depicting figures in movement were in fact predominantly drawn in pastels. The result is an otherworldly elegance and frozen reality that eloquently captures the visceral energy and fragility of these young dancers. Degas' "Ballerina In Red" is a savage critique of the miserable treatment of "The Dancers required to fill the halls of the luxury theatres of Paris' upper class. This iconic work is an example of the artist's documentary style, and his eagerness to give life and expression to the neglected protagonists of urban modernity. Drawn in dramatic chiaroscuro, "Ballerina In Red" is a dynamic indictment of modern alienation - preparing for the spotlight but destined for a lifetime in the shade of poverty.
Edgar Degas, is his formative years as a young artist, came across a burgeoning group of likeminded artists Monet, Renoir, and Sisley. The group would go on to form the basis of the Impressionists, and together would change the face of western painting. Participating in the first Impressionist exhibition in 1874, Degas subsequently stood out as an urban, socially aware painter of the Impressionist style. Unlike his contemporaries his medium was the economic and cultural environment of Paris, its seedy underbelly, its savage social hierarchies, and most importantly, its dancers. Driven from the glare of natural light by a crippling eye condition, Degas turned to the gloomy interiors of rehearsal studios and ballet theatres to find a microcosm for the sickly condition of French life in the late nineteenth century. Known since as the ‘painter of dancers’ Degas’ 1500-plus works depicting figures in movement were in fact predominantly drawn in pastels. The result is an otherworldly elegance and frozen reality that eloquently captures the visceral energy and fragility of these young dancers. Degas’ “Ballerina In Red” is a savage critique of the miserable treatment of "The Dance"rs required to fill the halls of the luxury theatres of Paris’ upper class. This iconic work is an example of the artist’s documentary style, and his eagerness to give life and expression to the neglected protagonists of urban modernity. Drawn in dramatic chiaroscuro, “Ballerina In Red” is a dynamic indictment of modern alienation — preparing for the spotlight but destined for a lifetime in the shade of poverty.
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Canvas Print Framing Options
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All of our artwork comes gallery wrapped. The image is stretched around the sides and stapled to the
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Black & white matte frames have a sleek lacquer finish and are versatile enough to pair with almost any piece of art. Mottled gold & silver frames are hard wood with a textured metallic finish. Silver pairs well with cool colors and dark backgrounds, while gold pairs particularly well with classic art, traditional décor, and warmer colors. Dark wood can look great with rustic, farmhouse, nature and photography prints.
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All of our artwork comes gallery wrapped. The image is stretched around the sides and stapled to the
back of the wooden frame. Your piece of art will be ready to hang, and will include an easy-to-use
hanging kit.
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A little “armor for your art” that won‘t obscure the canvas. Your canvas print is
gallery wrapped and mounted to a 2" thick, elegant, black hard wood frame. The art is inset, leaving a
3/8" space between the art and frame, creating the illusion that your art is “floating.”
FRAME OPTIONS
Black & white matte frames have a sleek lacquer finish and are versatile enough to pair with almost any piece of art. Mottled gold & silver frames are hard wood with a textured metallic finish. Silver pairs well with cool colors and dark backgrounds, while gold pairs particularly well with classic art, traditional décor, and warmer colors. Dark wood can look great with rustic, farmhouse, nature and photography prints.
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Fine Art Paper
Presented on heavyweight (300 GSM) fine art paper with a distinct textured surface, using long-lasting ultra-chrome inks. A white border is left around the artwork for self-matting or to draw the eye in further.
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Acrylite clear-coat premium glazing reduces glare while maintaining a crystal clear view of your art. Your art will be well protected and easy to clean.
Frame Options
Our Indonesian hardwood frames are handcrafted at iCanvas. Black & white matte frames have a sleek lacquer finish and are versatile enough to pair with almost any piece of art.
Mottled Gold has a textured metallic finish and pairs particularly well with classic art, traditional décor, and warmer colors.
Natural Wood brings the outdoors in and pairs well with watercolors, Scandinavian style artwork, or any natural, earthy subject matter.
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