The master of grace and movement
Edgar Degas, born Hilaire-Germain-Edgar De Gas, is one of the most eminent figures of French art of the second half of the 19th century.
Although often associated with the Impressionist movement, he preferred to describe himself as a "realist" or an "independent". One of the most striking characteristics of his work is his fascination with human movement. He was captivated by the urban life of Belle Époque Paris, particularly by the dance, theater and cabaret scenes.
Her paintings of dancers are among her most famous works, capturing the grace, strength and fragility of dancers in moments of intimacy and concentration. His meticulous technique and his ability to capture the rhythm of human movement made him an undisputed master of representing the body in action.
Degas' work extends well beyond these achievements. Besides his portraits, nudes and landscapes, he left one in the world of bronze sculpture. His fascination with exploring movement led him
But Degas' work does not stop there. He also explored other artistic genres, including portraits, nudes and landscapes. He also left an extraordinary legacy in the field of bronze sculpture. His passion for the study of movement led him to create sculptures that captured the grace of dancers or the excitement of horse racing.
Among his most famous creations are the dancers he sculpted, who have become true icons of modern art.
In short, Edgar Degas is a virtuoso of elegance and life in motion...
Works put under the hammer in Monte-Carlo
Seated woman, yellow dress (Joséphine Chabot)
Awarded €2*
Horse galloping on the right foot with its jockey
Sold for €4*
The Little Dancer of 14 years old Bronze print
Auctioned for €40*
*Excluding costs