Edgar Degas: Drawings in Close Up (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781506010519)

Like the Impressionists, Degas sought to capture fleeting moments in the flow of modern life, yet he showed little interest in painting plain air landscapes, favoring scenes in theaters and cafes illuminated by artificial light, which he used to clarify the contours of his figures, adhering to his Academic training. He is especially identified with the subject of dance; more than half of his works depict dancers. He also was a superb draftsman, and particularly masterful in depicting movement, as can be seen in his interpretations of dancers and female nudes. His portraits are notable for their psychological complexity and for their portrayal of human isolation.

Author: Annabelle Thornhill
ISBN-10: 1506010512
ISBN-13: 9781506010519
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Language: English
Published: 01/05/2015
Pages: 124
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.34lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.32d