The Dance Class | 1874

de bene esse: literally, of well-being, morally acceptable but subject to future validation or exception


The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

 

A sacred act, a rite of passage, or simply a fabulous way to spend a night, dance has inspired artists for thousands of years. Depictions of this art form can be found throughout the galleries of the Met and on our Pinterest board, Let’s Dance. http://met.org/M9R3kg Do you have a favorite work of art depicting dance?

Edgar Degas (French, 1834–1917) | The Dance Class | 1874