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Lisbon's Calouste Gulbenkian Museum holds 2 works by Edgar Degas (1834–1917) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Degas is best known for his paintings and pastels of ballet dancers, racehorses, and café scenes — all set in the modern Paris he observed with an unflinching eye. More draughtsman than colourist, he was deeply influenced by Japanese prints and photography, and worked almost entirely in Paris throughout his long career.
Calouste Gulbenkian Museum
💎 Hidden GemLisbon · 2 works on display
About the artist
Edgar Degas
French · Impressionism · 1834–1917
Degas is best known for his paintings and pastels of ballet dancers, racehorses, and café scenes — all set in the modern Paris he observed with an unflinching eye. More draughtsman than colourist, he was deeply influenced by Japanese prints and photography, and worked almost entirely in Paris throughout his long career.
Key works
The Dance ClassL'AbsintheBallet Rehearsal on Stage
Frequently asked questions
How many Edgar Degas paintings are on display in Lisbon?
Our current data shows 2 Edgar Degas paintings on display in Lisbon, spread across the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Lisbon has the most Edgar Degas paintings?
Calouste Gulbenkian Museum holds all 2 known Edgar Degas works in Lisbon.
Where else can I see Edgar Degas's paintings?
Edgar Degas's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Edgar Degas →
Planning your visit to Lisbon
Lisbon's museums are hilly and require trams or taxis to move between efficiently. The Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga and the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum are both world-class but widely separated — plan one per day. Entry to national museums is free on Sunday mornings.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.