Singer in a Parisian garden café
1880
Edgar Degas designed this semi-circular fan to capture the electric atmosphere of a Parisian garden café at night. A singer in a striking red dress performs on the right, surrounded by the glowing white orbs of gas lanterns hanging in the trees. The large, pale dome in the center anchors the scene while the dark, leafy background creates a sense of intimate, nocturnal mystery. Degas loved experimenting with unusual shapes and perspectives, turning a simple hand fan into a vibrant snapshot of Belle Époque entertainment.
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