Edgar degas

Degas was nicknamed the “painter of dancers”. From 1860 onwards, he developed a fascination with dance, which was originally discovered at the Paris Opera, where he spent much time backstage. As a result of his interest, his paintings portrayed the dancers in private behind-the-scenes moments, as well as during their performances on stage. Take a look back over the love story between the artist and his tutu-clad muses.

Exhibition dates: 24th June – 18th September 2016 Edgar Degas (French, 1834-1917) Finishing the arabesque 1877 Oil and essence, pastel on canvas 67.4 x 38cm Musée d’Orsay,…

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Download free image of The Star (ca. 1879–1881) painting in high resolution by Edgar Degas. Original from The Art Institute of Chicago. Digitally enhanced by rawpixel. by The Art Institute of Chicago (Source) about art, vintage, art public domain, illustration, and woman 2684813

Edgar Degas was a French artist famous for his paintings, sculptures, prints, and drawings. He is especially identified with the subject of dance; more than half of his works depict dancers. He is …

From Edgar Degas' sculptures and paintings to the painted works of Renoir and other Impressionist artists, ballet and ballerinas inspired some of the most beautiful art of the 19th century.