Dana Hursey, Photographer, New York

Description

A canvas print shows a woman ballet dancer en pointe, holding a parasol. She is suspended, manipulated by wires attached to her limbs, in a theatrical-style display. The textured orange-brown background suggests a stage, enhanced by the illumination of old-fashioned lanterns. Wires connect the dancer to stage elements such as drums, tables, and cages, creating a marionette aesthetic. The dancer wears a tutu and has a neutral facial expression. The setting evokes a vintage circus or theatre atmosphere. The print is displayed on a wall in a domestic setting, with modern furniture such as a sofa and ottoman nearby.