Scene in the Wings of a Theatre WA1972.18 George Meredith

George Meredith

She is absorbed in her task

The buildings are

Annibale Carracci's Choice of Hercules in the Palazzo Farnese was a source for the composition

On the left is the facade of the Porticato Foscari

Scene in the Wings of a Theatre WA1972.18 George MeredithForain's interest in themes from the ballet was formed through his friendship with Degas. His ballet pictures mostly date from between the late 1870s and 1900. He was a successful caricaturist and illustrator and he often introduced an illustrative or satirical note into his work. The scene probably takes place between the acts. An 'abonn' in top hat lurks in the background.