Degas: Pastels
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This art history volume presents a comprehensive study of Edgar Degas's masterful use of pastels. It chronicles the evolution of his technique and subject matter within this vibrant medium, offering insightful analysis of his iconic ballet dancers, intimate portraits, and candid scenes of Parisian life. The text illustrates how Degas pushed the boundaries of pastel, achieving remarkable effects of light, texture, and movement. Werner's authoritative commentary details the artistic innovations and historical context surrounding these celebrated works, providing a deeper understanding of Degas's enduring legacy.
Author: Alfred Werner
Format: Paperback
Published: 1977, Watson-Guptill Publications New York; Phaidon Oxford
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This art history volume presents a comprehensive study of Edgar Degas's masterful use of pastels. It chronicles the evolution of his technique and subject matter within this vibrant medium, offering insightful analysis of his iconic ballet dancers, intimate portraits, and candid scenes of Parisian life. The text illustrates how Degas pushed the boundaries of pastel, achieving remarkable effects of light, texture, and movement. Werner's authoritative commentary details the artistic innovations and historical context surrounding these celebrated works, providing a deeper understanding of Degas's enduring legacy.