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Edgar Degas: Defining the Modernist Edge by Jennifer R. Gross β€” book cover

Edgar Degas: Defining the Modernist Edge

by Jennifer R. Gross (Editor), Suzanne Boorsch (Contribution by), Susan P. Casteras (Contribution by), Jill DeVonyar (Contribution by), Aruna D?Souza
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Overview

Through his representation of modern subjects such as ballet dancers and racehorses, his constant questioning of traditional artistic practices, and his vital engagement with Parisian society, Edgar Degas (1834-1917) helped to define the beginnings of modernism in visual culture at the end of the nineteenth century. This engaging book yields new scholarship on works by Degas in the collection of the Yale University Art Gallery and provides in-depth discussion of works of art in every medium explored by this innovative artist.

Synopsis

Through his representation of modern subjects such as ballet dancers and racehorses, his constant questioning of traditional artistic practices, and his vital engagement with Parisian society, Edgar Degas (1834-1917) helped to define the beginnings of modernism in visual culture at the end of the nineteenth century. This engaging book yields new scholarship on works by Degas in the collection of the Yale University Art Gallery and provides in-depth discussion of works of art in every medium explored by this innovative artist.

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Book Details

Published
February 1, 2003
Publisher
Yale University Art Gallery
Pages
72
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780300100044

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