Degas as a collector

Pages: 72
Published: 1996
Language: English

This book explores Edgar Degas not only as a renowned artist but also as a passionate and discerning collector of art. It delves into his private collection, revealing the influences and connections between the works he acquired and his own artistic practice. The volume offers insights into the art world of late 19th and early 20th century Paris through the lens of one of its most significant figures.

Prose complexity: 7/10

Informative Intellectual Reflective

Art & Photography Biography Art

Authors

Ann Dumas

Ann Dumas is an art historian, recognized for her work on artists and their collections. Her book, Degas as a collector, explores the private art collection of Edgar Degas. She offers readers a focused look at this aspect of the artist's life.

Neil MacGregor

Neil MacGregor is a historian and former director of the British Museum. He is best known for A History of the World in 100 Objects, which uses physical artifacts to trace the development of human civilization. His work focuses on how art and material culture shape our understanding of global history.