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Mid Century Modern Portrait Polka Dot Suit Clown by Joan Tidwell

1958

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Portrait of a Man in a Polka Dot Clown Suit - Oil on Canvas Portrait of a man in a white and red polka dot suit by a Joan Tidwell (American, 1930-2005). The clown is pensive, with his chin in his hand. He is standing in a room with red wallpaper. Behind him, there is a nude painting hanging on the wall. Signed "Joan T. (Tidwell)" and dated "58" in the lower left corner. Unframed. Canvas size: 26"H x 20"W Joan Gay Tidwell (American, 1930-2002) was born and raised in Hollywood, CA, where she had some success as a child actor. Later, she graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Washington with a Master's Degree in English Literature and Drama. Tidwell moved to the Bay Area in 1965 with her husband, where they would remain. She became a well-known artist in the Burlingame - San Mateo community and taught painting to adults and teens. From her memorial: Daughter of an oil tycoon, Joan Gay, or "Joanne" as she was called as an adult, was born and raised in Hollywood, CA. She was introduced to television and movies at 4 years old. She began acting at 5 and was cast as the adorable "Darla" on the comedy series "Our Gang" - Little Rascals". As a teen Joan Gay turned to the theatre and eventually, the arts and graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Washington with a Master's Degree in English Literature and Drama.
  • Creation Year:
    1958
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
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  • Condition:
    Some minor corner and edge wear, as expected. A few small chips of paint loss have been professionally repaired.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DBH85051stDibs: LU54211996292
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