Dance Class
- Artist
- Edgar Degas
- Date
- 1871
- Style
- Impressionism
- Genre
- Genre painting
"Dance Class" is an 1874 oil painting on panel by Edgar Degas, exemplifying his mastery in capturing everyday life through Impressionism. The scene depicts young ballet dancers practicing in a studio, highlighting Degas's focus on genre painting. With its dynamic composition and subtle use of light, the artwork offers a vivid glimpse into the rehearsals behind the ballet. Recognized for its innovative perspective and realistic portrayal, Dance Class is part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
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