The Rope Dance

Léonard Defrance

Created:
Movement:
1805
Neoclassicism
key Notes:
Circus Performance, Neoclassical Style
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Dimensions:
19 7/8 x 28 5/8 in. (50.5 x 72.7 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"The Rope Dance," created by Léonard Defrance in 1805, depicts a lively scene of acrobats performing a rope dance, showcasing the artist's interest in theatricality and movement. Defrance, a French painter known for his genre scenes and depictions of everyday life, captures the energy and skill of the performers, although specific details about the painting's commission or exhibition history remain unknown.

Description of the work:

"The Rope Dance" by Léonard Defrance, created in 1805, depicts a lively scene of performers engaged in a rope dance, characterized by dynamic poses and a vibrant color palette. The composition is notable for its attention to detail in the figures' costumes and expressions, set against a softly rendered background that enhances the sense of movement and celebration.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Rope Dance