Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 21

Pair Handmade Painted Acrobatic Papier Mache Clowns Mexico Attr Jeanne Valentine

About the Item

Fabulous handmade & hand painted vintage acrobatic Papier Mache clowns from Mexico attributed to Jeanne Valentine a pair. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1960’s. Alright you two! Quit clowning around so we can get a good photo!!! Gosh!! These two comedians are full of funny business!!! Aren’t these guys great?? We certainly think so!! This fabulous pair of Papier Mache clown figurals were handmade, and hand painted in Mexico and are attributed to the iconic Jeanne Valentine! One is wearing a bright yellow suit with orange polka dots. He is in an acrobatic position with his big white and blue wide toed flat shoes in the air. The other jaunty fellow is tumbling in a back-bend position in his bright yellow suit with vertical red stripes. They both have blazing blue hair, their faces are distinctly painted, and of course, they are wearing big, shiny red noses! But, this whimsical pair can be repositioned upside down, right side up, or any which way you find them most entertaining. They would be fun displayed tumbling upon a sofa table in the living room, showing off on a shelf in the family room, or performing amongst other pranksters if you have a clown or jester collection. They are bursting with color, personality, and tons of spunk! There is limited information about designer Jeanne Cecile Valentine, but we do know that she was born in Paris, France where she began designing clothing in the early 1900’s. She moved to the United States in the 1940’s and then to Mexico in the 1950’s where she spent a lengthy time in the process of becoming a Mexican citizen. In that time, she opened a shop in San Miguel where she trained people in techniques of the French craft of Papier Mache. Her works were found in the very sophisticated stores in New York, San Francisco, Dallas, Paris, and London. Her clothing and Paper Mache creations are enthusiastically collected and are highly sought after today. This lively pair of Papier Mache clowns attributed to Jeanne Valentine won’t last long! So, if you love them as much as we do, stop clowning around, and make them YOURS!!! Polka Dot Clown: • Height: 8.75 Inches • Width: 13.5 Inches • Depth: 11.5 Inches • Weight: .85 Pounds Striped Clown: • Height: 8.75 Inches • Width: 13.5 Inches • Depth: 11.5 Inches • Weight: .9 Pounds Boxed Size: • Height: 26 Inches • Width: 20 Inches • Depth: 18 Inches • Weight: 6 Pounds
  • Attributed to:
    Jeanne Valentine (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Width: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)Depth: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1960s
  • Condition:
    Repaired: One hand was cracked and was glued to repair. There are some cracks to the paint. They have an overall purposful distressed look. Wear consistent with age and use. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. Have an overall purposeful distressed look. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections.
  • Seller Location:
    Topeka, KS
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 414-DEC-328-041stDibs: LU1873331824232
More From This SellerView All
  • Sylvia Hood Original Vintage Idyllic Family Chalkware Figurines, circa 1960-1965
    By Sylvia Hood
    Located in Topeka, KS
    Sylvia hood original idyllic family set of four man, woman, and 2 children. These iconic figurines bear her logo indicating their rare authenticity. They are comprised of Extone (A m...
    Category

    Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

    Materials

    Other

  • Royal Doulton the Clown Character Toby Jug D6322 with White Hair
    By Harry Fenton, Royal Doulton
    Located in Topeka, KS
    Wonderful Royal Doulton character jug aka toby jug the clown D6322 with white hair and red ruffled collar. He is in fabulous vintage condit...
    Category

    Mid-20th Century English Other Vases

    Materials

    Porcelain

  • Centerpiece Glass Bowl Papier Mâché Fruit & Vegetables Plus Ceramic Cantaloupe
    Located in Topeka, KS
    Beautiful centerpiece consisting of large clear glass bowl filled with papier mâché fruit and vegetables plus a ceramic cantaloupe. It is all in...
    Category

    20th Century Unknown Other Decorative Bowls

    Materials

    Ceramic, Paper, Glass

  • Mexican Paper Mache Lion Coffee Table by SerMel Tonala Style Sergio Bustamante
    By Sergio Bustamante
    Located in Topeka, KS
    Incredible hand painted and handmade papier mâché lion coffee table in turquoise green by Sermel Tonala Jalisco, Mexico in the style of Sergio Bustamante. It is signed SerMel Tonala ...
    Category

    Late 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Coffee and Cocktail Tables

    Materials

    Glass, Lacquer, Paper

  • Antique Buddha Pair and Stand Hand Carved Wood and Hand Painted Red and Gilded
    Located in Topeka, KS
    Fabulous pair of Buddha and stand comprised of hand carved wood. Hand painted red underlay has been gilded. Wonderful vintage condition with age appropriate nicks and chips. Crown on smaller Buddha is broken on the right side and he has a slight crack on his front base, but we think it adds to his character. These are extremely aged and patinaed. All flaws are considered natural patina and part of their beauty. Please see photos. Circa Mid 19th-20th Century but could be olde Shipping is possible via parcel which may reduce shipping costs, please contact Seller for a quote. Need some peace and relaxation in your life? This magnificent pair of Buddha are here to help! These two Buddha rest high upon their stand made of wood with beautifully gilded hand carved laurel leaves. The symbolism of a laurel leaf is victory and this trifecta of tranquility will make you feel victorious! These three were not originally a set but we just knew they belonged together. You can just feel the calm and peaceful aura that emits from this unique trio. The smaller Buddha, In his mudra, or “position,” has both hands face up in his lap with legs crossed in a Double Lotus pose which is perfect for people looking to create peace and calm in their lives. The taller Buddha...
    Category

    Early 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

    Materials

    Giltwood

  • Mexican Patamban Hand Painted Fish Design Folk Art Green & Brown Glazed Platter
    Located in Topeka, KS
    Stunning Mexican Patamban hand painted fish design Folk Art green and brown glazed pottery platter. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There is one small imperfection on the rim of platter that we feel is an unglazed spot might be a chip can’t tell. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-Late 20th Century. Something seems a bit “fishy” about this platter… Of course, it does!! That’s because there is a FABULOUS hand painted fish swimming through moss or a leafy vine in the center of this lovely Mexican Patamban pottery...
    Category

    20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Bowls

    Materials

    Clay

You May Also Like
  • Sergio Bustamante Early Lion Papier-mâché Sculpture Hand-painted, 1975
    By Sergio Bustamante
    Located in Brooklyn, NY
    Sergio Bustamante (20th century, Mexican) life sized paper mache lion from the early years of his Family Workshop Studio in Tlequepaque, Jalisco, Mexi...
    Category

    Late 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Animal Sculptures

    Materials

    Paper

  • Early 20th Century Hand Carved Papier Mache Jockey Figure
    Located in London, GB
    Early 20th century hand carved papier mache jockey figure An unusual English folk-art early 20th century papier mache figure, of a winning jockey. Standing proud with chest puffed out and whip in hand. This figure stands firmly on a textured fake grass top plinth. Original paint still intact if a bit faded and cracked in sections, revealing some old newspaper...
    Category

    Vintage 1940s British Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

    Materials

    Paper

  • Vintage 1960s Mexican Folk Art Large Papier-Mâché Hand Painted Angel Candelabra
    By Sergio Bustamante
    Located in St. Louis, MO
    Impressive 1960s large Mexican folk art hand painted papier-mâché angel with 5 arm candelabra. Hand painted details over white robe, include hair, face, gold gilt rope collar, pink a...
    Category

    Vintage 1960s Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

    Materials

    Metal

  • Folk Art / Pop-Art Comic Strip Papier Mache Teddy Bear Sculpture
    Located in Philadelphia, PA
    A fine folk-art papier-mache sculpture. In the form of a teddy bear. The papier mache appears to be from various 20th Century Philippine comic books, such as Superkat by L.S. M...
    Category

    Late 20th Century Unknown Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

    Materials

    Paper, Plaster

  • Papier Mâché Folk Art Oversized Cockatoo Sculpture on a Stand, circa 1970s
    By Sergio Bustamante
    Located in Douglas Manor, NY
    8-287 papier mâché oversized cockatoo sculpture set on a custom wood perch from the workshop of Mexican artist Sergio Bustamante, circa 1970.
    Category

    Vintage 1970s Mexican Animal Sculptures

    Materials

    Paper, Hardwood, Paint

  • Sergio Bustamante 1970's Paper Mache Giraffe
    By Sergio Bustamante
    Located in Guadalajara, Jalisco, MX
    Beautiful hand-crafter paper mache bust sculpture of a Giraffe by Mexican Artist Sergio Bustamante from his 1970's period. Overall great condition, t...
    Category

    Vintage 1970s Mexican Folk Art Animal Sculptures

    Materials

    Paper

Recently Viewed

View All