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Seated Clown, 1929 (india ink and gouache on paper)
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Seated Clown, 1929 (india ink and gouache on paper)
990924 Seated Clown, 1929 (india ink and gouache on paper) by Kuhn, Walt (1880-1949); 49.5x30.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Seated Clown. Walt Kuhn (1877-1949). India ink and gouache on paper. Signed and dated Walt Kuhn 1929. 49.5 x 30.5cm.); Photo © Christies Images
Media ID 25159608
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1929 Acceptance American Artist American Painting Artist American Background Blue Background Clown Clowns Downcast Entertainer Facepaint Fool Gouache Ground Hands Clasped Heartbroken In Ink Incopyright India Ink Indian Ink Ink Drawing Jester Kuhn Melancholia Melancholy Mounted On Paper Negative Concept On Paper Part Of Walt Kuhn White Color Young Man Young Men Sadness
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This print showcases Walt Kuhn's "Seated Clown" from 1929, a poignant piece created with india ink and gouache on paper. The artwork measures 49.5x30.5 cm and is part of a private collection. In this early twentieth-century masterpiece, the seated clown gazes directly at the viewer with an expression of melancholia and heartbreak. With hands clasped and a downcast posture, the artist skillfully captures the deep sadness within this female entertainer's soul. The background features a striking blue color that contrasts against the white-clad figure, emphasizing her isolation and despair. Kuhn's use of indian ink creates bold lines that define every detail of the clown's facepaint, adding depth to her sorrowful countenance. The composition evokes feelings of acceptance as we witness this young woman embracing her melancholy in solitude. The juxtaposition between her desolation and the vibrant world she performs in highlights the complex emotions hidden behind every entertainer's mask. Walt Kuhn was an American artist known for his ability to capture human emotion through his paintings. This particular artwork exemplifies his mastery in conveying profound sadness through simple yet powerful strokes. With its timeless appeal, "Seated Clown" continues to resonate with viewers today, reminding us of our shared experiences of heartbreak and vulnerability amidst life's performances.
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