Bidspirit auction | Michael Mullen

Michael Mullen - Ballerina in Yellow (1958). 61x46 Original oil painting on canvas from 1958, signed on the front and back of the work by the artist Michael Mullen. The work depicts a young ballerina in a bright yellow stage costume, standing in an elegant and balanced pose on her tiptoes, in a moment of concentration and silence before or after a movement. The painting came from Khool. It was worth checking out at auction in America. The composition focuses on the central figure, with the minimalist and softened background in neutral tones emphasizing the radiant presence of the yellow dress. The soft brushstrokes together with the delicate attention to detail create a sense of tenderness, femininity and classic aesthetics. The contrast between the vivid yellow and the dark floor provides depth and drama, while the figure's restrained facial expression adds an emotional layer of intimacy and concentration. The work has a poetic, almost theatrical quality, capturing a fleeting moment from the world of dance. Technique: Oil on canvas Signature: Present on the front and back Frame: Unframed Condition: Very good, in keeping with the age of the work