Product Description

One of art history's most admired artists, Edgar Degas (1834-1917) challenged contemporary conventions with his intriguing working methods. This generously illustrated study is the latest title in the National Gallery's series Art in the Making. Drawing on both technical studies and documentary evidence, it takes a fascinating look at Degas's techniques in the context of his life and artistic milieu as well as his place in the Impressionist movement. The book includes a vivid biographical sketch, an essay on Degas's working methods and materials, a discussion of his reputation in Britain, and catalogue entries on 14 works owned by or on loan to the National Gallery. This book is the catalogue for an exhibition at the National Gallery, London from November 10, 2004 to January 30, 2005, sponsored by ExxonMobil

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #847510 in Books
• Published on: 2004-10-30
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 160 pages

Review
"A fascinating examination of the process of painting."--Christine Temin, Boston Globe

About the Author
David Bomford is Senior Restorer; Sarah Herring is Isaiah Berlin Assistant Curator of Nineteenth-Century Paintings; Christopher Riopelle is Curator of Nineteenth-Century Paintings; Jo Kirby is Senior Scientific Officer; and Ashok Roy is Head of the Scientific Department, all at the National Gallery, London.

Customer Reviews

Degas at the easel
This is a refreshing read for those that are seeking something more technical and practical, which has not been satisfied by art history or art criticism, here is a different view of a the painter at work: The problems of the support, media, wresting out an image and surface, and Degas' resolutions to these problems.
As a direct result of reading this text, I've been bounding to the gallery to look again at Degas' work, and drawing with a renewed enthusiasm. I can't think of a better compliment to the author.