The artwork titled “Ballerinas Resting,” created by the esteemed artist Marie Laurencin, falls within the genre of genre painting and nude painting (nu).
The artwork depicts a serene scene featuring three ballerinas in a state of repose. The soft, muted palette consists of pastel shades, with the figures rendered in delicate hues of pink, blue, and green. The ballerinas, donned in minimal, airy attire with wreaths adorning their heads, are resting in a relaxed, almost dreamlike atmosphere. One ballerina stands upright with her arms crossed, exuding a calm confidence. Another, partially reclined, supports herself with one arm while gazing pensively into the distance. The third, seated and hugging her knee, appears to be lost in thought. The background is composed of soft, abstract forms and draperies, contributing to the gentle and ethereal quality of the scene. A bowl of green fruit in the lower left corner adds a touch of realism to the otherwise idyllic composition. Laurencin’s brushstrokes are light and fluid, creating a sense of movement and grace that is characteristic of her work.
