Femmes assises sur l’herbe (circa 1882)

We are delighted to present “Femmes assises sur l’herbe” (circa 1882), a remarkable piece by the esteemed French artist Edgar Degas. Known predominantly for his dynamic paintings of dancers, Degas in this work shifts his focus towards a tranquil, everyday scene featuring two women seated on grass.In this pastel composition, Degas employs a palette that harmonizes gentle earthy tones with bursts of green and yellow, capturing the natural environment’s essence. The artist’s mastery in rendering textures is evident through deft strokes that outline the folds of the women's garments and the grassy field. The detailed attention to the women’s attire suggests a period setting, marked by long, flowing dresses and traditional bonnets.The composition’s intimacy is heightened by the closeness of the figures to each other and their thoughtful engagement with their surroundings, possibly in conversation or lost in contemplation. Degas' skill in depicting human interaction within the confines of daily life speaks to his ability to find beauty and narrative in the mundane.“Femmes assises sur l’herbe” stands as a testament to Degas’s versatility and his enduring fascination with the human figure, capturing moments of quietude and the subtle complexities of social interaction set against the backdrop of nature.