Edgar DEGAS
Edgar DEGAS, Self-portrait.
Edgar DEGAS (1834 - 1917) was a French artist famous for his paintings, sculptures, prints, and drawings that captured scenes of modern life, particularly of Parisian society and ballet.
Degas was a key figure in the Impressionist movement and is best known for his depictions of dancers, horse races, and intimate scenes of modern life. He was interested in capturing movement and used unusual perspectives and cropped compositions to convey a sense of dynamism in his work.
Degas' innovative approach to painting was ahead of his time, and he is now considered one of the pioneers of modern art. He was also a skilled draughtsman and produced a significant body of works on paper, including drawings, pastels, and monotypes.
Some of Degas' most famous works include "The Little Dancer Aged Fourteen" (1881), "Dancers in the Rehearsal Room" (1874), and "Racehorses in a Landscape" (1866). Today, his works can be found in numerous museums and private collections around the world and continue to be highly valued by art collectors and connoisseurs.
In addition to his contributions to the world of art, Degas was also a talented photographer and was an early adopter of the medium, using it to capture the subjects of his paintings and sculptures. He remains one of the most influential artists of the 19th and early 20th centuries and is widely regarded as one of the greatest artists of all time.
Edgar DEGAS, Self-portrait.
Edgar DEGAS (1834 - 1917) was a French artist famous for his paintings, sculptures, prints, and drawings that captured scenes of modern life, particularly of Parisian society and ballet.
Degas was a key figure in the Impressionist movement and is best known for his depictions of dancers, horse races, and intimate scenes of modern life. He was interested in capturing movement and used unusual perspectives and cropped compositions to convey a sense of dynamism in his work.
Degas' innovative approach to painting was ahead of his time, and he is now considered one of the pioneers of modern art. He was also a skilled draughtsman and produced a significant body of works on paper, including drawings, pastels, and monotypes.
Some of Degas' most famous works include "The Little Dancer Aged Fourteen" (1881), "Dancers in the Rehearsal Room" (1874), and "Racehorses in a Landscape" (1866). Today, his works can be found in numerous museums and private collections around the world and continue to be highly valued by art collectors and connoisseurs.
In addition to his contributions to the world of art, Degas was also a talented photographer and was an early adopter of the medium, using it to capture the subjects of his paintings and sculptures. He remains one of the most influential artists of the 19th and early 20th centuries and is widely regarded as one of the greatest artists of all time.
