Pastel over brush-and-ink drawing on paper.
At the Ballet school of the Paris Opera.
He is famous for his studies of ballet dancers in rehearsal and on stage.Several portraits of his relatives, best known is The Bellelli Family.
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.
Edgar Degas.
Edgar Degas is known for painting ballet scenes.
Edgar Degas
Edgar Degas.
Edgar Degas painted "Rehearsal on Stage" between 1874 and 1876. This work is part of his exploration of ballet dancers and their rehearsals, capturing the dynamic movements and intimate moments of the performers. Degas's unique perspective and use of composition highlight his fascination with the world of dance. The painting reflects his innovative approach to capturing the essence of movement and the behind-the-scenes atmosphere of the theater.
Ballet dancers.
He traveled to see american ballet dancers
The sculpture "14-Year-Old Dancer" by Edgar Degas was created in Paris, France, around 1881. Degas was known for his fascination with ballet dancers, and this work reflects his interest in capturing the grace and movement of ballet. The sculpture is notable for its use of mixed media, combining bronze with fabric and other materials to enhance its realism.
Ballet dancers, portraits of people, race horses.