Sumptuous collection of historic prints from years 1830 to 1860. Taglioni, Elssler, Grisi, other stars by such artists as Chalon, Grevedon, Deveria, and more. Introduction, captions, bibliography.
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Degas Ballet Dancers Giftwrap Paper by Edgar Degas This vividly colored giftwrap comprises an amazing 89 images from Degas' much-loved scenes of ballet performers. 2 large 18" x 24" sheets, accompanied by 3 matching gift cards.
Degas Drawings of Dancers by Edgar Degas Forty-one full-page, 6 half-page drawings depict dancers on stage, in the classroom, and at rehearsals. Charming, spirited views of dancers pirouetting, executing grand battements and ports de bras, practicing at the barre, and more.
Six Degas Ballet Dancers Cards by Edgar Degas Six masterly studies by great French painter, painstakingly reproduced in postcard form: The Dance Examination, The Dance Class, Dancer in a Rose Dress, The Rehearsal, 2 more. Captions.
Degas: 16 Art Stickers by Edgar Degas Stunning reproductions of artwork by the major Impressionist include The Dance Examination, After the Bath, Dancer on the Stage, L'Absinthe and 12 others.
