From the debut solo exhibition "The Pocket Horizon," this original miniature oil painting captures the ethereal beauty of Edgar Degas's ballerinas, rendered with expressive brushstrokes on the inside lid of a repurposed mint tin.
The scene features dancers in soft blue tutus against a warm, russet stage background, evoking the anticipation of a performance about to begin. As part of the Pocket Horizon series, this piece explores the dialogue between the finished artwork and the artistic process; the bottom of the tin preserves the actual paint mounds and mixing strokes used to create the piece, sealed in time.
Carry a masterpiece in your pocket. Perfect for art lovers, miniature collectors, or anyone who finds beauty in unexpected places.
Why it’s special:
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Exhibition Piece: An original work from The Pocket Horizon show.
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One-of-a-kind: No prints, just 100% original oil painting.
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Process preserved: The bottom of the tin retains the actual palette used to create the work.
The Details (Specifications)
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Artwork Dimensions: Approx. 3.5" x 2.25" (Standard mint tin size)
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Medium: Professional Grade Oil Paint
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Substrate: Primed surface inside upcycled metal tin
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Finish: Varnished for archival protection (if applicable, otherwise remove)
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Display: Can be displayed open on a shelf, desk, or easel.
This study of Edgar Degas’s ballerinas focuses on the candid, behind-the-scenes atmosphere of a rehearsal hall. The artist distills the Impressionist's focus on soft light and the delicate blue textures of tutus into a miniature scale. It creates a bridge between the historical stage and the quiet focus of the artist’s modern-day clinical environment.