Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Price Realized: $23,040 Includes buyer's premium
oil on panel
48 x 60 x 3 inches
signed verso
Exhibited at the Virginia Fine Art Museum in 2018
overall good condition, the medium is well attached to the support
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Art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. Frames, lampshades, or items described as “supplementary” are not considered integral to the value of the lot and are excluded from condition assessments. This includes any mat, mounting, glazing, hanging apparatus, case, box, or stand. Timepiece movements, lighting elements and items with mechanical or electrical components have not been thoroughly tested and are not covered under warranty by Capsule.
unframed
Michelle Gagliano’s art is inspired by her deep connection to nature, rooted in her upbringing on a farm in upstate New York. She studied under renowned painter Vernon Fisher at the University of Texas, graduated summa cum laude from Plymouth State University with a major in painting and a minor in art history, and earned her MFA from American University. Gagliano has also completed prestigious residencies, including at the Chautauqua School of Art and the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts.
Working from her central Virginia studio, Gagliano draws inspiration from the surrounding farmland, exploring nature's transient qualities through experimental techniques and sustainable materials. In 2018, she transitioned to eco-friendly practices, using natural pigments, oils, and handmade gessoes—an approach inspired by Renaissance masters and her commitment to sustainability.
A recipient of several awards, including the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Fellowship, Gagliano continues to captivate audiences with her innovative and environmentally conscious art.
