Ballerina (2001). Oil on canvas; signed and original frame. Oil on canvas depicting a young ballerina in profile; standing en pointe in a classical pose. The dancer wears a vibrant cobalt blue tutu and bodice; rendered with confident brushwork that captures the delicate texture and volume of the tulle skirt. Set against a dramatic red curtain or backdrop with cool gray architectural elements and flooring; the composition demonstrates Halls mastery of complementary color relationships - the blue costume luminous against the warm red background. The figure shows refined anatomical understanding and tonal modeling; with particular attention to the graceful line from head through torso to pointed foot. The painting exemplifies Halls Studio Incamminati training in working from life; with the color harmonies reflecting the Hensche-Hawthorne lineage she studied under Nelson Shanks and the Art Students League in Manhattan. The subject is the artists daughter; adding personal significance to this accomplished figurative work. Inscribed Anne E. Hall on verso. Presented in an elegant gilt wood frame with cream mat.

CONDITION: Very good overall. The oil paint surface is clean, fresh, and vibrant with no visible cracking, flaking, or paint loss. Brushwork is crisp throughout with rich, saturated color. Canvas is taut and properly tensioned on what appears to be the original stretcher. The linen liner or mat surrounding the canvas within the frame shows minor pencil marks and light scuffing but is generally clean. The gilt-finished frame with black outer molding shows moderate wear including surface scratches, areas of gilt loss exposing the dark underlayer — most notably a chip at the lower left corner — and general scuffing consistent with handling. The verso shows the stretcher bars in good condition with the artist's printed biographical label stapled to the upper stretcher bar. Hanging wire and D-ring hardware are present and functional.

DIMENSIONS: 38 1/4 x 32 in.

PROVENANCE: Purchased directly from artist with provenance confirmed by the artist. Private collection.

• Low Estimate: 2200.00
• High Estimate: 3800.00