degas, edgar

During the Impressionism era, a young ballet dancer races around Paris searching for Monsieur Degas, who accidentally took her bag--and the tutu she needs for the recital in which she is to perform that night. Includes reproductions of paintings by French Impressionist artists.

An introduction to the life and work of nineteenth-century French artist Edgar Degas, discussing his cultural and historical importance, and including a chronology and over one hundred color illustrations with explanatory captions.

Contains reproductions of the artist's work, extracts from his correspondence, and a study of the artist's personality and work.

Discusses Edgar Degas's 1872 trip to post-Civil War New Orleans to meet his mother's family, suggesting that the visit elicited some of his finest paintings, and discusses the influence of some local writers.

Drawings and color reproductions of Degas's paintings are presented along with excerpts from his writings.

Artist Edgar Degas, in crisis after the death of his father, tries to help a young ballerina find her confidence.

Profiles the life and art of Degas and discusses what his everyday life was like, how his work was influenced by society, what methods he used, and other related topics.

A biography of the nineteenth-century artist, known as one of the French Impressionists.

Explores the life and art of nineteenth-century French Impressionist painter Edgar Degas, and features a portfolio of over 120 color illustrations.