Description
Stunning mid century textile abstract mixed media painting of apples by Anna Ballarian (American, 1911-2010). Signed " Anna Ballarian" lower right. Image size, 20"H x 21"W.
Born in Rochester, NY, Anna Ballarian earned a degree in Art and Design from Rochester Institute of Technology in 1931, a BS from NYU in 1934 and a MA from Columbia University in 1941. She authored Fabric Collage in 1976, was published in several national art magazines. She taught art for more than two decades on the east coast including Columbia University and SUNY Plattsburgh. In 1957, she began a Professorship of Design and Textile Art at San Jose State University which she held until her retirement in 1977. Anna Ballarian's artwork has shown in major galleries along the West Coast. She was a master of many mediums and continued to create astoundingly modern new work well into her 9th decade. Presented in a black metal frame. In need of re-matting.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: New mat will be provided.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Paper, Stone, Textile
Details:
Art Subjects: Abstract
Frame Type: Framed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Born in Rochester, NY, Anna Ballarian earned a degree in Art and Design from Rochester Institute of Technology in 1931, a BS from NYU in 1934 and a MA from Columbia University in 1941. She authored Fabric Collage in 1976, was published in several national art magazines. She taught art for more than two decades on the east coast including Columbia University and SUNY Plattsburgh. In 1957, she began a Professorship of Design and Textile Art at San Jose State University which she held until her retirement in 1977. Anna Ballarian's artwork has shown in major galleries along the West Coast. She was a master of many mediums and continued to create astoundingly modern new work well into her 9th decade. Presented in a black metal frame. In need of re-matting.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: New mat will be provided.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Paper, Stone, Textile
Details:
Art Subjects: Abstract
Frame Type: Framed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; New mat will be provided.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
28.5 x 28.5 x 1 in
Mid Century Apple Abstracted Still Life by Anna Ballarian
Estimate $800-$1,500
Starting Bid
$400
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Fine Art & Modern Masters
Oct 15, 2026, 1:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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