Did you know you can see the iconic Artist Degas art at sea on the MSC Grandiosa art experience. This ship Grandiosa hosts the world’s first fine art experience on board a cruise ship. The art and dining experience is called “Degas Danse Dessin” and brings guests closer to the world of fine art and impressionism. This spellbinding exhibition will takes you on a tour of original french Impressionist art and is one of a kind.
MSC Grandiosa and Edgar Degas Exhibition on a Cruise Ship
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Did you know the MSC Grandiosa has a collection of Edgar Degas’s famous ballet dancers on display in one of its restaurants? This one-of-a-kind exhibition showcase’s Degas’ famous works, focusing on his depictions of ballet dancers, and as part combined art and dining experience. It’s an exciting and innovative way to connect with art while sailing the seas, making it a truly unforgettable cultural highlight for art lovers and travellers alike. These are all of the sketches found on the ship.
The Art and Dining Experience is called “Degas Danse Dessin”
The Art and Dining Experience is called “Degas Danse Dessin”
A Bit About Edgar Degas
Being a big art enthusiast I was amazed to find the level of MSC has gone to bring real fine art on a ship. Degas is a favourite French impressionist artist famous for his paintings, sculptures, prints, and drawings. These can be found in museums and galleries all over the world.
Known for His Subject of Dance
He is especially known for the subject of dance and ballet and almost half of his works depict dancers. Degas is regarded as one of the founders of the impressionist art movement.
Where can I see the Edgas Degas art on the Grandiosa?
The MSC Grandiosa has 26 original Edgar Degas drawings on display in the L’Atelier Bistrot.
On the Walls of the Bistro
The drawings are housed in a purpose-built installation within the Bistro in the heart of the ship. The Danse Dessin series presents studies of movement and dance and they have been previously exhibited in major international galleries and museums.
Dagas’ Work Encapsulates the Soul of Romantic Paris
Degas’ work encapsulates the soul of romantic Paris with ballet and movement being the main focus. This also fit in within the setting of the new French Bistro on board MSC Grandiosa. Alongside the drawings there is an immersive experience for guests which include’s five videos detailing the life and work of Degas’
Who is Edgar Degas?
Edgar Degas (1834–1917) was a prominent French artist known for his contributions to the Impressionist movement, although he preferred to be called a “Realist.” Degas is celebrated for his masterful use of pastel and oil, focusing on scenes of modern urban life, particularly ballet dancers, which became his signature subject.
His Work Capturing Motion
His works captured motion and the human form with incredible sensitivity, often highlighting dancers, racehorses, and women in everyday moments.
Studied at the École des Beaux-Arts
Born into a wealthy family in Paris, Degas originally intended to study law but turned to art, studying at the École des Beaux-Arts and later honing his skills in Italy. He was deeply influenced by classical techniques and the Old Masters, but he brought a modern, observational approach to his work.
Each Image is Completely Different
Degas’ style is characterized by unconventional compositions, often cropping figures in ways influenced by photography, which was a new technology during his time. His works like The Dance Class and L’Absinthe are iconic representations of Parisian life in the late 19th century. Despite his association with the Impressionists, Degas preferred structured, deliberate compositions over the spontaneous, plein-air style associated with his peers.
Beyond his ballerina paintings, Degas also experimented with sculpture, most notably his piece Little Dancer of Fourteen Years. His legacy continues to influence modern artists, and his works are exhibited in major museums worldwide, including the Musée d’Orsay in Paris and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
Degas’ ability to depict human movement and emotion remains a cornerstone of his lasting influence in the art world.
What are the MSC Grandiosa deck names?
As well as the MSC Grandiosa art the theme is continued throughout the ship with decks named after famous artists. The decks names on the MSC Grandiosa are;
- Deck 5 Caravaggio
- Deck 6 Leonardo da Vinci
- Deck 7 Michelangelo
- Deck 8 Monet
- Deck 9 Van Gogh
- Deck 10 Mirò
- Deck 11 Dalì
- Deck 12 Raffaello
- Deck 13 Goya
- Deck 14 Magritte
- Deck 15 Cezanne
- Deck 16 Velàzquez
- Deck 18 Gauguin
- Deck 19 Degas
MSC are continually striving to elevate the guest experiences.
The MSC Company aim to elevate the guest experience with each new ship, bringing new and unique elements that cannot be experienced anywhere else at sea. This new experience brings together the world of fine art and also technology to create a one off experience exclusively for guests. You will find no other way better way to experience fine art at sea.
The Collaboration is Between MSC Cruises and THE AIMES
The introduction and presentation of the renowned works is part of a collaboration between MSC Cruises and THE AIMES. These experts create multi-sensory, interactive experiences, employing innovative and technology to engage people with art and culture. The exhibition has been curated by art historian, critic and also with the member of exhibition producers THE AIMES, Marcello Smarrelli.
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