Alphonse Hirsch
c. 1875
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161 works across 1 institution
Washington DC's National Gallery of Art holds 161 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.
National Gallery of Art
Washington DC · 161 works on display
The National Gallery on Trafalgar Square houses one of the world's great collections of Western European painting, from the 13th to the 19th century, with particular strength in the Dutch Golden Age and Impressionism. Entry to the permanent collection is free.
Mary Cassatt at the Louvre: The Etruscan Gallery [copper plate]
c. 1879
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Mary Cassatt at the Louvre: The Etruscan Gallery [copper plate]
National Gallery of Art
c. 1879
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Study in the Nude of Little Dancer Aged Fourteen (Nude Little Dancer)
National Gallery of Art
c. 1878
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Dancer Adjusting the Shoulder Strap of Her Bodice
National Gallery of Art
c. 1880
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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 Washington DC?
Our current data shows 161 Edgar Degas paintings on display in Washington DC, spread across the National Gallery of Art. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Washington DC has the most Edgar Degas paintings?
National Gallery of Art holds all 161 known Edgar Degas works in Washington DC.
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 Washington DC
Washington DC's Smithsonian museums — including the National Gallery of Art, American Art Museum, and Hirshhorn — are all permanently free to enter. They're clustered along the National Mall and easily walked between. The National Gallery has two buildings connected by an underground passage; the East Building houses 20th-century art.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.