Woman Combing Her Hair
1889-92
Degas loved capturing women in their most private, unguarded moments, and here we see a figure completely absorbed in the simple act of combing her hair. The bold, sweeping strokes of charcoal and pastel create a sense of movement, making the woman's body look almost like it's shifting right before our eyes. He wasn't interested in making her look like a perfect goddess; instead, he wanted to show the real, awkward, and beautiful reality of everyday life.
- Technique
- Pastel and charcoal
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