Rehearsal Before the Ballet

The painting Rehearsal Before the Ballet is a painting from 1877 by Edgar Degas. This work of art, which measures 61 cm in height and 50.5 cm in width, is part of the collection of the Michele & Donald D'Amour Museum of Fine Arts.

The painting depicts a group of ballerinas in various poses, seemingly practicing for a performance. The use of muted colors and soft brushstrokes creates a sense of movement and fluidity, capturing the grace and elegance of the dancers. The composition focuses on the dancers themselves, with a blurred background that suggests the bustling atmosphere of a rehearsal space.