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Degas’s art is distinguished by his fascination with movement, unexpected perspectives, and masterful command of composition and pastel. He was especially drawn to scenes of everyday life, most notably the worlds of ballet and horse racing. Degas was obsessed with capturing motion, whether in the dance of a ballerina, the stride of a horse, or a human gesture. He achieved this through unconventional viewpoints, cropping figures at the edge of the canvas, and creating the impression of a moment caught in passing. Degas revitalized the art of pastel, exploiting its potential for rich textures and painterly effects, and often combined it with oil to produce unique harmonies of color and form. Unlike many of the Impressionists, who favored painting outdoors, Degas frequently turned to interiors and everyday scenes, portraying people in their natural surroundings. Among Degas’s most important masterpieces are Blue Dancers and The Star. His works are displayed in many museums around the world, including the Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay in Paris, The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, and the Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts in Moscow. Degas remains one of the most recognizable French artists of the turn of the century, leaving an indelible mark on the history of art. Purchase your favorite digital reproductions of Degas’s paintings with ease on our website and bring home a true artistic treasure. Discover the collection of one of France’s greatest painters and savor the dis