Two Ballerinas (After Degas)
Original Print/Mixed Media Graphic • Signed 'D. Lande' (Likely a contemporary commercial printmaker or decorative artist replicating Impressionist motifs)
Style & Movement
Post-Modern Impressionism / Decorative Pop Art
Medium & Technique
Multi-color lithograph or screenprint with possible hand-colored elements, utilizing a photo-mechanical transfer technique.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (circa 1970s - 1990s)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 x 18 inches; Portrait orientation.
Subject Description
A vertically aligned composition featuring two identical figures of a ballerina in a tutu, one stacked above the other. The figures are rendered in a sketchy, illustrative style reminiscent of Edgar Degas' studies of dancers. The background consists of color-blocked sections in olive green and dusty pink.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; showing signs of mild age-related fading and potential acid burn from the matting.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $80 USD
Provenance History
Likely sourced from a secondary retail gallery or commercial art framer; no specific exhibition history visible.
Art Historical Significance
Representational of the 20th-century trend of 'reproduction art' where classical Impressionist themes were reimagined through modern printing techniques for the domestic decor market.
Notable Features
Features a distinctive graphite signature 'D. Lande' on the left margin; utilizes a split-tone color palette that bridges 19th-century subject matter with 20th-century graphic design.
Condition Issues
Visible yellowing near the edges of the paper; possible light-strike (fading) from UV exposure; minor surface dust trapped under glass.
Conservation Recommendations
Re-frame using acid-free archival matting and UV-protective glass to prevent further yellowing and pigment loss.