In Paris, France.
Edgar Degas
The french painter Edgar Degas (1834-1917) was famous for both his painting and scupltures of dancers. Google the painting 'Ballet Rehearsal' or 'Little Dancer of Fourteen Years' to see some of his best work.
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From 1854 until 1917.
He was interested in bodies at work.
He made small wax sculptures.
Edgar Degas was known to have received glasses as a gift from his friend and fellow artist, Édouard Manet. Manet, recognizing Degas's struggles with his vision, gifted him spectacles to aid his sight, which were especially helpful for his painting and drawing work. This gesture highlights the camaraderie and support among artists in that era.
They met in Paris in 1877. Cassatt was familiar with Degas' work from seeing his pastels in exhibitions and galleries. Degas became aware of Cassat's work from seeing her paintings in the Paris Salon, and looked her up. He subsequently invited her to exihibit with the Impressionist group.