Yes he had much money after selling some artwork.
Check out the related links for some paintings and pictures of the painter Edgar Degas.
Edgar Degas submitted some of his paintings to the Salon in Paris because it was the most prestigious art exhibition in France at the time, providing artists with significant exposure and potential for recognition. Despite his avant-garde style, Degas sought validation and acceptance from the traditional art establishment, which the Salon represented. Additionally, participation in the Salon allowed Degas to reach a wider audience and potentially attract patrons for his work.
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.
why do most of edgar deags paintings have work as their primary theme'
Some of Degas' work is clearly impressionistic, but you are right in suggesting that very many works are not.
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.
He lived 1834 - 1917.
In Paris, France.
Edgar Degas
Yes he had much money after selling some artwork.
Check out the related links for some paintings and pictures of the painter Edgar Degas.
Edgar Degas submitted some of his paintings to the Salon in Paris because it was the most prestigious art exhibition in France at the time, providing artists with significant exposure and potential for recognition. Despite his avant-garde style, Degas sought validation and acceptance from the traditional art establishment, which the Salon represented. Additionally, participation in the Salon allowed Degas to reach a wider audience and potentially attract patrons for his work.
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.
Click link below for a sample of his work!
From 1854 until 1917.
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