Edgar Degas The Private Impressionist Exhibition in Palm Beach | Rare Works on Paper
Edgar Degas, The Private Impressionist is a special art exhibition showcasing rare works on paper by the legendary French Impressionist artist Edgar Degas (1834–1917) and artists from his circle. This exhibition at The Society of the Four Arts highlights selections of his deeply personal sketches, prints, photographs, monotypes, sculpture, and letters — works not originally meant for public display.
This exhibition offers visitors a closer look into Degas’s creative genius and private artistic journey — from family portraits and ballet dancers to horse racing scenes and experimental works.
Why This Exhibition Matters ?
Edgar Degas is widely celebrated for his life-long exploration of human movement, form, and emotion — particularly in his iconic dance and equestrian works. The Private Impressionist brings visitors closer than ever to the private creative process behind Degas’s imagination, offering rare glimpses into sketches and experiments that shaped his legacy.
This exhibition is not just for art historians — it’s an engaging cultural journey that offers fresh perspectives on one of the most influential artists in Western art history.
What To Expect at This Rare Exhibition ?
104 rare works on paper — including drawings, 23 prints, 8 photographs, 1 sculpture, and letters by Edgar Degas himself.
Highly personal pieces created mainly for Degas’s own reflection and artistic exploration.
Portraits of family, friends, dancers, jockeys, nudes and more, revealing both technical mastery and intimate moments.
A selection of 47 pieces from Degas’s circle, including works by Mary Cassatt, Paul Cézanne, Édouard Manet, Camille Pissarro and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec.
Enhanced display features such as photomurals, illustrated timelines, music and video selections to enrich the visitor experience.
Event Schedule & Details
Location: Esther B. O’Keeffe Building,
102 Four Arts Plaza, Palm Beach, FL 33480
Dates:
November 15, 2025 – February 1, 2026
Hours:
Sunday: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday (January): 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (members only)
Wednesday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Closed: Major holidays
Tickets:
$10 for general public
Free for Four Arts members
Tickets available at the door or in advance — walk-ins welcome!
Special Events & Tours
✔ Exhibition Lecture: Chasing Degas: My Four Decades of Seeking Out and Collecting Works — presented by curator Robert Flynn Johnson.
✔ First Friday Tours: Group tours on select dates (e.g., Dec 5 & Jan 2).
