Dirk Hals ( 1591 - 1656 ) was a Dutch painter. Dirk Hals s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 25400.05 USD for Allégorie des cinq sens in 2008 to 64243.81 USD for Une compagnie élégante déjeunant sur une terrasse in 2009 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.