Why this Ballerina by Degas was called a Monster!

Believe it or not, this sculpture of a pretty ballerina by Degas shocked those who saw it in 1881. Degas was one of the most creative and original artists in the Impressionist movement. He experimented with different techniques, materials, he loved photography and disrespected Monet’s idea of what impressionism should essentially be. But most importantly, at every opportunity, he broke the golden rules of classical art.