René De Gas, the Artist's Brother 1861 - 1862

Edgar Degas's "René De Gas, the Artist's Brother," created between 1861 and 1862, is a delicate and intimate portrait of the artist's brother, rendered in delicate lines. Degas's masterful use of black and white, and his meticulous detail in capturing René's features, create a lifelike depiction of the young man, highlighting the close relationship between the artist and his brother. This etching, now housed in The Art Institute of Chicago, reflects Degas's early explorations of portraiture. It stands as a testament to his talent for capturing the nuances of human expression through the medium of printmaking.