
En Pointe ii,
2021
Marie Constantelli
Painting : acrylic, pastel
93 x 75 x 1 cm 36.6 x 29.5 x 0.4 inch
Second NOT DISPLAYED BLUR TEXT
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Hand-signed by artist
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Dimensions cm • inch
93 x 75 x 1 cm 36.6 x 29.5 x 0.4 inch Height x Width x Depth
Framing
Not framed
Artwork sold in perfect condition
Artwork location: Belgium
This artwork is a striking and evocative painting featuring a poised pair of ballet feet en pointe, capturing the essence of grace and strength inherent in the dance form. The piece is executed in a monochrome palette, with dominant shades of black, white, and subtle hints of pink, lending it a dramatic and timeless appeal. The artist has masterfully conveyed the tension and elegance of the dancer’s stance, emphasizing the delicate yet powerful nature of ballet. The background is an abstract blur of black and white, suggestive of movement and the dynamic energy of a performance. The spotlight effect around the feet underscores their central importance, drawing the viewer’s eye directly to the intricate details of the pointe shoes, with their ribbons elegantly wrapped around the ankles. The intentional contrast between the bold backdrop and the focused subject matter highlights the ethereal quality of the dancer's pose, almost as if the figure is emerging from a dream. This artwork not only celebrates the art of ballet but also captivates the audience with its exploration of balance and form. The signature at the bottom right corner, indicative of the artist's personal touch, further enriches the authenticity of this compelling piece.
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Allouard Gallery • Belgium
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Marie is a self-taught artist, she has spent many years experimenting with various mediums and art forms. Growing up on the outskirts of Sydney, drawing and art had fascinated her ever since she could remember. Spending almost 2 decades in a small rural Greek village on an island closer to Turkey than Greece - art was his escape from reality, life's struggles shaped his personality and his works of art.
Her time is now spent between Greece and the UK with many trips across Europe where she also focuses on her other passion, photography.
Exhibitions
'DECADE OF SEASONS' solo photography exhibition 22FEB-5MAR 2020 Elgiva Theater Chesham UK Permanent display at Auberge Gallery Chesham UK 2016-2021, Mytilene Municipal Art Gallery Lesbos island Greece solo exhibition Sept 2017 Mardleybury Art Gallery Datchworth UK joint exhibit Oct-Nov-Dec 2016 Wood End Art Gallery Bedford UK joint exhibit March-30April 2016, various other exhibits / displays from 2016-18 around Lesvos island, current exhibit and studio: Stone House Gallery Petra, Lesvos island Greece
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