http://collections.mfa.org/collections/315232/objects/rdfMFA Images: Performing Artshttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/832168/resize%3Aformat%3Dfullhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/953084/resize%3Aformat%3DfullBallet Dancer with Arms Crossedabout 1872Edgar DegasOil on canvashttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/33263/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/988362/resize%3Aformat%3DfullThe Barnstormer, Old South Theater, Boston1918Arthur Clifton GoodwinOil on paperboardhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/33283/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1150840/resize%3Aformat%3DfullBoy Singing1627Hendrick ter BrugghenOil on canvashttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/33619/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/776755/resize%3Aformat%3DfullCambodian Dancer1906Auguste RodinGraphite pencil, crayon, and watercolor on paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/200758/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/776776/resize%3Aformat%3DfullCambodian Dancer1906Auguste RodinWatercolor over graphite pencil on paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/252683/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/844727/resize%3Aformat%3DfullCello from Pair of Musiciansabout 1765–75Bow ManufactorySoft-paste porcelain with underglaze blue, colored enamel and gilded decorationFigure of male with bass fiddle, yellow jacket with red trim, green polka dot vest, flowered breeches wearing side hat, scroll rococo base decor with flowers in relief. Chip on leaf left side of base. Mark: underglaze sword in blue, underglaze anchor and sword in red.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/261166/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/634345/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDance Performance with Musical Accompanimentmid 19th centuryIchiyōtei YoshitakiHanging scroll; ink and color on paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/26352/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1814698/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancer1878–80Edgar DegasMonotype[Cat. of the 4e vente Degas, 2 - 4 juillet 1919, no. 339.]http://collections.mfa.org/objects/161740/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1491696/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancer Performing the Lion Dance (Shakkyō)1765 (Meiwa 2)Artist unknown, JapaneseWoodblock print (nishiki-e); ink and color on paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/200015/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/692222/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancersabout 1915Charles James PrendergastTempera, gold and silver leaf, and graphite on gessoed panelhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/34103/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/968698/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancers in Roseabout 1900Edgar DegasPastel on paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/31827/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/968701/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancers in the Rehearsal Room1900–05Edgar DegasCharcoal with pastel on paper mounted on cardboardhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/33533/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1544081/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancers Resting1881–85Edgar DegasPastel on paper mounted on paperboardhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/32698/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/988996/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancing celestial figure (apsara)Late 11th centuryBronzehttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/16643/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1001003/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancing CourtesansKan'ei (1624–44) - Keian (1648–52) erasArtist unknown, JapaneseOne of a set of eleven panels; ink and color on gold-leafed paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/28461/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1001004/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancing CourtesansKan'ei (1624–44)–Keian (1648–52) erasArtist unknown, JapaneseOne of a set of eleven panels; ink and color on gold-leafed paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/28462/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1001005/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancing CourtesansKan'ei (1624–44) - Keian (1648–52) erasArtist unknown, JapaneseOne of a set of eleven panels; ink and color on gold-leafed paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/28463/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1001006/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancing CourtesansKan'ei (1624–44) - Keian (1648–52) erasArtist unknown, JapaneseOne of a set of eleven panels; ink and color on gold-leafed paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/28464/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1001007/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancing CourtesansKan'ei (1624–44) to Keian (1648–52) eraArtist unknown, JapaneseOne from a set of eleven panels; ink and color on gold-leafed paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/28465/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1001008/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancing CourtesansKan'ei (1624–44) - Keian (1648–52) erasArtist unknown, JapaneseOne of a set of eleven panels; ink and color on gold-leafed paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/28466/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1001009/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancing CourtesansKan'ei (1624–44) - Keian (1648–52) erasArtist unknown, JapaneseOne of a set of eleven panels; ink and color on gold-leafed paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/28467/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1001010/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancing CourtesansKan'ei (1624–44) - Keian (1644–52) erasArtist unknown, JapaneseOne of a set of eleven panels; ink and color on gold-leafed paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/28468/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1001259/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancing CourtesansKan'ei (1624–44) - Keian (1648–52) erasArtist unknown, JapaneseOne of a set of eleven panels; ink and color on gold-leafed paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/28469/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1001011/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancing CourtesansKan'ei (1624–44) - Keian (1648–52) erasArtist unknown, JapaneseOne of a set of eleven panels; ink and color on gold-leafed paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/28470/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1001012/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancing CourtesansKan'ei (1624–44) - Keian (1648–52) erasArtist unknown, JapaneseOne of a set of eleven panels; ink and color on gold-leafed paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/28471/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/838234/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancing Figures1916–18John Singer SargentPlasterhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/42363/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/880229/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDancing WifeArtist unknown, JapaneseCollotype with hand coloring; ink on card stockhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/434642/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1754708/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDegas's Father Listening to Lorenzo Pagans Playing the Guitarabout 1869–72Edgar DegasOil on canvashttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/33262/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/937472/resize%3Aformat%3DfullEchigo Province: Niigata Dancers (Echigo, Niigata odori), cut from sheet 11 of the series Cutout Pictures of the Provinces (Kunizukushi harimaze zue)1852 (Kaei 5), 12th monthUtagawa Hiroshige IWoodblock print (nishiki-e); ink and color on paperFrom a sheet of three pictures showing Etchû, Echigo, and Sado provinces.MFA impressions: 21.8758 (Echigo), RES.54.23 (uncut sheet)http://collections.mfa.org/objects/236375/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/783297/resize%3Aformat%3DfullThe End Menabout 1914Maurice Brazil PrendergastWatercolor over graphite pencil on paperFrame by Charles Predergast.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/36495/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/967492/resize%3Aformat%3DfullFemale Singer and Player (from an unidentified series)cancelled 1907Okada SakaeColor lithograph; ink on card stockhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/457812/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/844704/resize%3Aformat%3DfullFigure of a musicianabout 1760Tin-glazed earthenwareBoy seated on stump plays flute, rococo base with aubergine edge (chipped) matching coat which is yellow lined. Brown shoes, knee breeches & hat, white shirt & stockings. Pair with 51.745. Mark: H. in blue on bottom.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/61836/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/844705/resize%3Aformat%3DfullFigure of a musicianabout 1760Tin-glazed earthenwareGirl in patterned green skirt, blue bodice, aubergine jacket and green plays stringed instrument. Pair with 51.744 and similarly marked.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/61837/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/776827/resize%3Aformat%3DfullFigure (Study for or after "Red Stone Dancer")1913–14Henri Gaudier-BrzeskaGreen washhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/261375/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/895778/resize%3Aformat%3DfullGallerie des Modes et Costumes Français. 24e Cahier des Costumes Français, 18e Suite d'Habillemens à la mode en 1779. Z.141 "Silphide: Dans le Ballet des Elements."1779Jean-Baptiste MartinHand-colored engraving on laid paperSilphide: Dans le Ballet des Elements. Ballerina in Les Sylphides; partners with 44.1423.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/349179/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/895779/resize%3Aformat%3DfullGallerie des Modes et Costumes Français. 24e Cahier des Costumes Français, 18e Suite d'Habillemens à la mode en 1779. Z.142 "Silphe: Dans le Ballet des Elements."1779Jean-Baptiste MartinHand-colored engraving on laid paperSilphe: Dans le Ballet des Elements. Man wearing "tutu" with breeches; feathered headpiece, partners with 44.1422. http://collections.mfa.org/objects/349180/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/818875/resize%3Aformat%3DfullGeisha and Biwa (Japanese Lute) from the series Beautiful Women and Music (Bijin to onkyoku)1905Fujishima TakejiColor woodblock and stencil; ink and metallic pigment on card stockhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/398326/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/838690/resize%3Aformat%3DfullGirl dancingmid fourth century B.C.TerracottaGirl, dancing. Himation girt and upper part flung in a circle above her head. On a low pedestal.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/151648/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/743819/resize%3Aformat%3DfullGuitarist Among a Background of DemonsDrawn and etched 1824–28; printed by 1890Francisco Goya y LucientesEtching and aquatint with posthumous (?) lavis, burnishing, burin, and drypoint; posthumous impression, before bevel; warm black ink, clean-wiped.Posthumous impression, before bevel, printed by 1890 (death of Burty) (H. 35, II-III).; Sayre, p. 43, 2nd state.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/172824/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1028720/resize%3Aformat%3DfullThe Guitar Player1908Joseph Rodefer DeCampOil on canvashttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/31337/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1767728/resize%3Aformat%3DfullThe Guitar Playerabout 1509Marcantonio RaimondiEngravinghttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/101675/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/961500/resize%3Aformat%3DfullHarmony1901Gertrude KäsebierPhotograph, platinum print with hand additions to negativeFamily Group with Cellos: l) Robert B Brandegee; 2) Susan Ford Brandegee; 3) Robert L. Brandegeehttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/4599/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/799065/resize%3Aformat%3DfullHindu Ballet, No. 21913Léon Nikolaievitch BakstOpaque and transparent watercolor, silver paint, and graphite pencil on paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/251574/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/844728/resize%3Aformat%3DfullHurdy-Gurdy from Pair of MusiciansAbout 1765–75Bow ManufactorySoft-paste porcelain with underglaze blue, colored enamel and gilded decorationFigure of seated woman, with musical instrument on left knee, wearing purple hat, yellow bodice, purple apron, over orange flowered dress, blue and orange cloak, suspended from neck, yellow shoes, scroll rococo base, decor with flowers in relief. Mark: blue sword, red sword, red anchor.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/261167/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/941358/resize%3Aformat%3DfullIn the Loge1878Mary Stevenson CassattOil on canvashttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/31365/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/606502/resize%3Aformat%3DfullIsadora Duncan, in Green, Dancing1920Abraham WalkowitzPen and black ink, graphite pencil and watercolor on paperCourtesy Zabriskie Gallery, New Yorkhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/160536/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/851132/resize%3Aformat%3DfullKabuki Dancers Under the Cherry BlossomsArtist unknown, JapaneseColor lithograph; ink and metallic pigment on card stockhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/414638/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1022276/resize%3Aformat%3DfullKiki singing in a Montparnasse cabaret (Kiki Chantant dans un cabaret de Montparnasse)1933Brassaï (Gyula Halasz)Photograph, gelatin silver print, printd laterPhotograph by Brassaï. © Gilberte Brassaï.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/174004/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/939063/resize%3Aformat%3DfullKomine of Daisei as a Musician (Hayashi), from the series Costume Parade of the Shimanouchi Quarter (Shimanouchi nerimono)1836 (Tenpô 7), 6th monthShunbaisai HokueiWoodblock print (nishiki-e); ink and color on paperMFA impressions: 06.824.15, 11.26589From a collective series by Hokuei, Hokuju, Sadahiro, Sadanobu, and Shigeharu.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/218159/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/924371/resize%3Aformat%3DfullKoteru of the Yorozuya as a Musician (Sakibayashi), from the series Gion Festival Costume Parade (Gion mikoshi arai nerimono sugata)1813 (Bunka 10)Urakusai NagahideWoodblock/stencil print (kappazuri); ink on paper, with stenciled colorMFA impressions: 11.20674, 11.26538http://collections.mfa.org/objects/218108/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/889078/resize%3Aformat%3DfullLittle Fourteen-Year-Old Danceroriginal model 1878–81, cast after 1921Edgar DegasBronze, gauze and satinhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/65028/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1193024/resize%3Aformat%3DfullLute Playerabout 1640Jean de ReynOil on canvashttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/32488/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1032271/resize%3Aformat%3DfullMan playing Panpipes17th centuryAqa RizaOpaque watercolor and gold on paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/148509/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/822078/resize%3Aformat%3DfullManzai Dancers19th century ?Artist unknown, JapaneseHanging scroll; ink and color on silkhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/26614/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/919735/resize%3Aformat%3DfullMasano of the Kyô Izutsuya as a Musician (Sakibayashi), from the series Gion Festival Costume Parade (Gion mikoshi arai nerimono sugata)1813 (Bunka 10)Urakusai NagahideWoodblock/stencil print (kappazuri); ink on paper, with stenciled colorMFA impressions: 11.20676, 11.38812京の祇園祭の行事の一つで、芸妓たちが仮装する練物（ねりもの）を描いたシリーズ。練物で演奏される先囃子（さきばやし）で三味線（しゃみせん）を弾く京井筒屋（きょういづつや）の芸妓まさの。 -- 田辺　昌子Ｋhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/213113/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/779980/resize%3Aformat%3DfullMusical Comedy - Dancing1912Charles DemuthWatercolor over graphite pencil on paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/261379/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1132878/resize%3Aformat%3DfullMusical PartyGodaert KamperOil on panelhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/32975/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/832167/resize%3Aformat%3DfullMusicianabout 1755Chelsea ManufactorySoft-paste porcelainMan seated playing a guitar and wearing slate colored headdress, white coat, yellow sash, yellow cloak lined with turquoise, red breeches and pale lavender leggings. Hat and sword at feet agaisnt flowered tree trunk. Set with 30.289.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/56805/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/691834/resize%3Aformat%3DfullMusicians at a Crossroad1879Franciszek StreittOil on canvashttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/34045/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1578218/resize%3Aformat%3DfullMusic Lesson1870Edouard ManetOil on canvashttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/34058/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/836857/resize%3Aformat%3DfullNew Year's Card: DancerTakahashi Haruka (Shunka)Color lithograph; ink and metallic pigment on card stockhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/399959/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/836696/resize%3Aformat%3DfullNew Year's Card: Dancer with ClownArtist unidentified, JapaneseColor lithograph; ink and metallic pigment on coated cardhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/400135/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/836864/resize%3Aformat%3DfullNew Year's Card: Dancer with Music NotesTakahashi Haruka (Shunka)Color lithograph; ink and metallic pigment on card stockhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/399967/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/855080/resize%3Aformat%3DfullNew Year's Card: Singer by the Pianocancelled 1933Artist unidentified, JapaneseColor lithograph; ink and metallic pigment on card stockhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/400137/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/834104/resize%3Aformat%3DfullOil flask (lekythos) with Eros playing double flute470–460 B.C.the Providence PainterCeramic, Red FigureEros, a winged youth, flying, profile to right, playing the double flutes.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/153777/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/830688/resize%3Aformat%3DfullPerspective Picture: Gidayū Performance in a Reception Roomabout Genbun (1736–41) - Kanpô (1741–44) erasMiyagawa ShunsuiHanging scroll; ink and color on paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/26552/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/844730/resize%3Aformat%3DfullPipe and Tabor from Pair of Musiciansabout 1755–60Bow ManufactorySoft-paste porcelain with colored enamel and gilded decorationFigure of seated woman with zither on right knee. Blue and yellow hat, rose jacket, blue flowered, yellow trimmed skirt, black shoes, flanked by low flowered branches, flowers in relief on base.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/261220/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/888182/resize%3Aformat%3DfullPortrait of a Man Playing a Lute1576Bartolomeo PassarottiOil on canvashttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/33151/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1000503/resize%3Aformat%3DfullPrince on a terrace with female dancers and musiciansEarly 18th centuryInk, color and gold on paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/149290/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1150839/resize%3Aformat%3DfullThe Procuress1622Dirck van BaburenOil on canvashttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/33414/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/844729/resize%3Aformat%3DfullPsaltery from Pair of Musiciansabout 1755–60Bow ManufactorySoft-paste porcelain with colored enamel and gilded decorationSeated man blowing flute, with drum to left side, blue hat, rose jacket, yellow vest and flowered breeches, black shoes, low flowered tree branch to right, flowers in relief on base.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/261219/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/941359/resize%3Aformat%3DfullRehearsal of the Pasdeloup Orchestra at the Cirque d'Hiverabout 1879–80John Singer SargentOil on canvashttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/31960/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/732443/resize%3Aformat%3DfullSappho or Corinne1809Unidentified artist, French, 19th centuryWatercolorhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/168849/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/822087/resize%3Aformat%3DfullShirabyōshi Dancerfirst half of the 19th centuryEietsuHanging scroll; ink and color on paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/26670/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/832162/resize%3Aformat%3DfullA Singer1750–58Chelsea ManufactorySoft-paste porcelain with colored enamel decorationWearing a crinoline skirt and singing from music. Turquoise bodice with pink bows, white skirt with sprays of flowers in colors. Flowers on base.. Fingers broken.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/56815/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1346118/resize%3Aformat%3DfullSinging by the Plum Garden (Baien shôka zu)1887 (Meiji 20), DecemberYōshū Chikanobu (Hashimoto Chikanobu)Woodblock print (nishiki-e); ink and color on paperTriptych: RES.53.82 (left), RES.53.83 (center), RES.53.84 (right)http://collections.mfa.org/objects/491195/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/840132/resize%3Aformat%3DfullSketch for Dancing Figures - Central Figure - (MFA Rotunda)1917–21John Singer SargentCharcoal on paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/238475/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/831483/resize%3Aformat%3DfullStatuette of a woman dancingTerracottaStatuette of woman dancing. Her arms raised to right, her head turned to left. She wears a diaphanous himation.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/271767/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/635176/resize%3Aformat%3DfullStreet Performers Presenting the Lion Danceabout Genroku (1688–1704) to Hoei (1704–11) eraHishikawa MorohiraHanging scroll; ink, color, and gold on silkhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/26457/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/626469/resize%3Aformat%3DfullStudy of a Woman Dancing1917Abraham WalkowitzPen and black ink, graphite pencil and watercolor on paperCourtesy Zabriskie Gallery, New Yorkhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/251663/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/626473/resize%3Aformat%3DfullStudy of a Woman DancingAbraham WalkowitzPen and black ink, graphite pencil and watercolor on paperCourtesy Zabriskie Gallery, New Yorkhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/251664/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/999955/resize%3Aformat%3DfullStuffed Shirts (Les Plastrons)1900Pablo PicassoOil on panel© 2011 Estate of Pablo Picasso / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/34091/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/775142/resize%3Aformat%3DfullThree Dancersabout 1889Edgar DegasCharcoal and pastel on blue-gray paperhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/252703/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1389251/resize%3Aformat%3DfullThree Women Playing Musical InstrumentsBunsei (1818 - 30) - Tenpō (1830 - 44) erasKatsushika ŌiHanging scroll; ink and color on silkhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/26487/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1150617/resize%3Aformat%3DfullTwo Dancing Bacchantes and a Putto1800Claude Michel, called ClodionTerracottaTwo young bacchantes and a putto, each poised on one foot, stand on a circular base. The central bacchante is nude except for a strap that crosses her torso diagonally and catches a finely folded drapery that falls over her left shoulder, around her back and over her right thigh, passing between her legs. Her long hair is parted in the middle, drawn up in a knot at the back of her head, with loose curls falling over her left shoulder and down her back. She holds a bunch of grapes in her right hand and her left hand is interlaced with the right hand of the second bacchante. Her weight is balanced on her right foot, with her left foot extended in a dancing position. The second bacchante seems to run forward, her weight on her right foot with her left leg extended behind her. She wears a thin chiton that is loosely attached at her left shoulder falling below her breasts where it is held by a diagonal band across her torso which also catches an animal skin at her right side. The thinly pleated long garment is open over her knees. Her hair is dressed like her companion's except that she wears a crown of grape leaves. Her left arm extends out to her side, her right arm is raised with her hand entwined with her companion's. The little male putto clings to the drapery at the back of the central figure with his left hand, and balancing on the toes of his left foot, kicks his right foot forward. He holds a stick with a bunch of grape leaves over his right shoulder and is nude except for a diagonal strip of leaves across his torso. In his hair he wears a crown of grape leaves. On the ground behind the central figure is a tambourine filled with grapes.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/52294/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/832168/resize%3Aformat%3DfullWoman musician1750–58Chelsea ManufactorySoft-paste porcelainSeated on flowered tree trunk playing a flute. In yellow bodice, pink bows pink skirt with sprays of flowers in gold. Set with 30.288.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/56806/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/889575/resize%3Aformat%3DfullWoman Playing a Moon Zither (Gekkin)about 1886Adolfo FarsariPhotograph, hand-tinted albumen print on a decorated album pagehttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/417166/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/848121/resize%3Aformat%3DfullWoman Playing ShamisenArtist unknown, JapaneseColor lithograph; ink on card stockhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/412419/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/848160/resize%3Aformat%3DfullWoman Playing the ViolinArtist unidentified, JapaneseColor lithograph; ink on card stockhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/412458/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/889094/resize%3Aformat%3DfullWoman Tuning a Luteabout 1700–05Giuseppe Maria CrespiOil on canvashttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/34050/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/982208/resize%3Aformat%3DfullWomen Performing "Manzai"latter half of Tenmei (1781 - 89) - Kansei (1789 - 1801) erasUtagawa ToyoharuHanging scroll; ink, color, and mica on silkhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/26594/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/964263/resize%3Aformat%3DfullYoung Woman Playing the Shamisenabout 1804–06 (Bunka 1–3 )Kitagawa Utamaro IHanging scroll; ink, color, and gold on silkhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/25062/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/782521/resize%3Aformat%3DfullYvette Guilbert--At the Ambassadeurs café concert1894Théophile-Alexandre SteinlenPoster, color lithographhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/166833/rdf