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Toronto's Art Gallery of Ontario holds 1 work 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.
Art Gallery of Ontario
💎 Hidden GemToronto · 1 work 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 Toronto?
Our current data shows 1 Edgar Degas painting on display in Toronto, held at the Art Gallery of Ontario.
Which museum in Toronto has the most Edgar Degas paintings?
Art Gallery of Ontario holds all 1 known Edgar Degas work in Toronto.
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 Toronto
The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) is in the Dundas West area, reached by the Dundas streetcar from downtown. The AGO is free for those under 25. The Aga Khan Museum in the northeast is also outstanding and worth a half-day visit.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.