Dancer (fan)

Jean-Louis Forainca. 1889

Details

Title: Dancer (fan)
Creator: Jean-Louis Forain
Creator Lifespan: 1852 - 1931
Creator Nationality: French
Creator Gender: Male
Creator Death Place: Paris, France
Creator Birth Place: Reims, France
Date: ca. 1889
Physical Dimensions: 12 x 24 5/8 inches
Description: The prominence and position of the imposing set décor seen in Dancer derive directly from compositions Edgar Degas developed in his series of fans between 1878 and 1880. However, in contrast to his mentor, who covered certain fans with gold and silver dust, Forain does not seek any decorative effect. Instead, he concentrates on graphic impact, using only black ink sparingly highlighted with blue wash.
Provenance: Museum purchase with funds provided by Brenda and Lester Crain, Hyde Family Foundations, Irene and Joe Orgill and the Rose Family Foundation
Type: Watercolors
Rights: Dixon Gallery and Gardens. For Terms and Conditions for use of this image please contact the Registrar at 901-761-5250.
Medium: Crayon, graphite, and watercolor on paper

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