Edgar Degas' paintings are celebrated for their innovative approach to movement, light and composition. Renowned as one of the founders of Impressionism, Degas often depicted dancers, bathers and scenes of modern life with a unique focus on human figures in motion. His works blend realism with a bold use of colour, capturing fleeting moments in everyday life. Through meticulous observation and an acute understanding of anatomy, Degas' paintings exemplify a dynamic tension between structure and spontaneity.