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Mlle Becat at the Ambassadeurs; Mlle. Becat aux Ambassadeurs, c. 1875-1877 (oil on tile)
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Mlle Becat at the Ambassadeurs; Mlle. Becat aux Ambassadeurs, c. 1875-1877 (oil on tile)
656730 Mlle Becat at the Ambassadeurs; Mlle. Becat aux Ambassadeurs, c. 1875-1877 (oil on tile) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 20.3x20.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mlle Becat at the Ambassadeurs; Mlle. Becat aux Ambassadeurs. Edgar Degas (1834-1917). Oil on tile. Painted circa 1875-1877. 20.3 x 20.3cm. The singer depicted is Emelie Becat gesticulating in her familiar style epileptique.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
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Mlle Becat at the Ambassadeurs; Mlle. Becat aux Ambassadeurs
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is a captivating oil painting on tile by French artist Edgar Degas. Created between 1875 and 1877, this small yet impactful artwork measures 20.3 x 20.3cm and belongs to a private collection. In this mesmerizing piece, Degas portrays Emelie Becat, a renowned singer of her time, known for her distinctive epileptic style gestures during performances. The artist's impressionistic brushstrokes beautifully capture the essence of the night scene at the famous Parisian venue, Ambassadeurs. The composition focuses on Mlle Becat herself, elegantly posed in an evening dress with fair hair cascading down her shoulders. Her eyes closed in deep meditation as she stands near an entrance door enveloped in darkness. The black color palette adds drama to the atmosphere while emphasizing the nightlife ambiance. Degas skillfully depicts movement through his portrayal of Mlle Becat's hand gestures and arm movements, suggesting that she might be dancing or entertaining the audience inside. The artist's attention to detail is evident in capturing both physical attributes and emotional expression. This late nineteenth-century masterpiece showcases Degas' mastery of impressionism and his ability to convey human emotions through artistry. It invites viewers into a world filled with music, dance, and entertainment events that were popular during that era. Overall, "Mlle Becat at the Ambassadeurs; Mlle. Becat aux Ambassadeurs" captures a fleeting moment frozen in time—a glimpse into Parisian nightlife where art meets performance—an exquisite representation of Degas' talent as an influential European artist.
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