Wayland Moore

Clowns, Clowns, Clowns

1977

Unsigned and unnumbered printer's proof of "Circus Troupe" by Nicola Simbari, showcasing a vibrant circus scene with bold, impressionistic colors. Produced by the esteemed Pamplemous...

Published by Daniel Jacomet, Georges Rouault had a notable fascination with clowns, which is reflected in many of his artworks. Rouault's clowns often symbolize the human condition, exploring themes of suffering, solitude, and existential struggle. The clown's guise as a performer and entertainer contrasts with the underlying melancholy and introspection in Rouault's portrayal, making them a powerful metaphor for the human experience. The piece titled Le Clown...

The artwork depicts a vibrant and dynamic scene featuring members of a circus troupe, characterized by lively colors and expressive forms. Central to the piece are performers, inclu...

Derives from a publication of 33 first edition lithographs in four colors, all completed for the final (6th) edition of The Situationalist Times: International Parisian Edition, prod...

Signed, titled and numbered in pencil, 32/40. an hommage to Giuseppe Arcimboldo, a 16th century artist best known for creating imaginative portrait heads made entirely of such objec...

Surreal abstract expressionist painting of a group of clowns in the style of Belgian painter James Ensor. Combining the macabre with the playful, the work features distorted clowns a...

'The Circus', gouache on art paper, by Roland Dubuc (circa 1970s). Exploding in colour, this artwork presents a whimsical scene of one of the well known Parisian circuses. France has a long history of adoring and supporting circus troupes. Unknown to its many visitors, Paris hosts legendary circus companies complete with acrobats, clowns, trapeze artists, jugglers and animals. This artwork depicts clown musicians taking their final bows before calling it a night. For lovers of the excitement circuses generate this would be a wonderful addition to their home. Perhaps this art would be perfect for a child's room or the family den and games room. It is in good vintage condition and It is signed by the artist in the lower right hand corner. Please view the many photos accompanying this listing. Upon request a video of the artwork may be provided. About the Artist: Roland DuBuc (1924-1998), French artist, the sixth of 13 children and son of a construction worker. The very precariousness of the family's financial situation forced him to go to work at the age of 14. In extreme poverty, he moved to Rouen where he was lodged by the Salvation Army. During that time he struck up friendships with several artists who gave him advice and taught him techniques of drawing. He moved to other cities later where he met painters including, among others, Fred Pailhès...

A striking portrait of a clown in full costume. The artist captures the character is vivid colours to compliment the bold composition. Unsigned. Presented in a box frame with a cotto...