FLOCKS / Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater II (Close-up), 2015 by Nir Arieli

Archival pigment fine art print signed by the artist and delivered with a Certificate of Authenticity.

This work belongs to Nir Arieli’s internationally acclaimed FLOCKS series, a photographic exploration of collective bodies, emotional proximity, and the silent architecture formed when dancers move and rest together. The image captures members of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater II in a tightly layered, intimate composition that blends portraiture with sculptural movement.

Available Sizes

• Edition of 8: 40 × 51 cm (16 × 20 in)
• Edition of 5: 51 × 76 cm (20 × 30 in)

Artwork Overview

The close-up arrangement reveals a group of dancers resting together with closed eyes, soft lighting, and carefully controlled tonality. Arieli’s technique emphasizes texture, skin detail, and emotional stillness, making the photograph function both as fine art portraiture and as a study of shared physical space.

Artist Context: Nir Arieli & the FLOCKS Series

Nir Arieli, an Israeli-born photographer based in New York, collaborated with leading contemporary dance companies to create the FLOCKS series, including Nederlands Dans Theater 2, Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet, and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater II. Each photograph examines community, interdependence, and the expressive possibilities of bodies in close proximity.

View more works from the series: Nir Arieli – FLOCKS Series

Collector & Edition Details

• Artist: Nir Arieli
• Title: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater II (Close-up)
• Year: 2015
• Series: FLOCKS
• Medium: Archival pigment print on museum-grade fine art paper
• Editions: Edition of 8 (40 × 51 cm) and Edition of 5 (51 × 76 cm)
• Authentication: Certificate of Authenticity signed by the artist and Dance ArtWorks Gallery
• Framing: Sold unframed; museum framing available upon request
• Shipping: Worldwide shipping from Barcelona in archival packaging

Why This Work Fits Contemporary Interiors

• Warm, cohesive palette integrates naturally into modern and minimalist interiors
• Horizontal ratio ideal for placement above beds, sofas, consoles, or gallery walls
• Emotional intimacy creates a strong focal point in bedrooms, studios, and hospitality spaces
• Limited edition increases long-term value for collectors and design professionals

Installation & Collector Notes

This print benefits from soft ambient lighting to preserve tonal gradation. For optimal conservation, frame with UV-protective museum glass and maintain a stable environment away from direct sunlight. All prints are produced with archival inks and materials suitable for long-term collecting.

For Collectors, Designers & Curators

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