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| Artist / Maker | Edgar Degas |
|---|---|
| Date | 1899 |
| Medium | paper, charcoal, pastel |
| Type | Painting |
| Collection | National Gallery |
| Location | National Gallery |
About the Artist
Son of a Parisian banker, Edgar Degas enrolled in law school in 1853 following his father's wishes. But he had already shown an interest in art and had also registered to copy at the Louvre. In 1855 he entered the École des Beaux-Arts and became a student of Louis Lamothe (1822-1869), a former pupil of Ingres (q.v.). One year later Degas made the traditional journey to Italy, remaining there for three years. He visited family members in Naples and Florence… Full biography →
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