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Bring a touch of theatrical charm and artistry to your collection with this vintage Ron Lee Ballerina Clown sculpture, signed …
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Bring a touch of theatrical charm and artistry to your collection with this vintage Ron Lee Ballerina Clown sculpture, signed and dated 1984. Beautifully hand-painted and enhanced with 24K gold-plated accents, the sculpture portrays a wistful clown gracefully posed in a classic ballet position, wearing a soft pink tutu and bowler hat atop a natural onyx base.
Renowned for transforming circus characters into expressive works of art, Ron Lee became one of America’s most celebrated sculptors of collectible clown figures during the late twentieth century. His sculptures are admired for their detailed craftsmanship, expressive personalities, and signature combination of hand-painted finishes, precious metal accents, and natural stone bases.
Collectors often refer to this design as a “Ballerina Clown,” inspired by its elegant ballet pose and contemplative expression. The sculpted tutu, textured gold stage, hand-painted facial details, and richly veined natural onyx base create an engaging composition from every angle.
Signed and dated “Ron ’84,” this sculpture displays beautifully in a curio cabinet, library, office, or living room and makes a wonderful addition to a Ron Lee collection or any collection of vintage American figurative sculpture.
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- Dimensions
- 5ʺW × 4ʺD × 8.5ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Gold-Plate
- Onyx
- Paint
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Pink
- Condition Notes
- Very good vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear consistent with its age. The original hand-painted finish and gold-plated accents remain … moreVery good vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear consistent with its age. The original hand-painted finish and gold-plated accents remain well preserved overall, with minor rubbing visible on some gold-plated edges and small paint imperfections evident only upon close inspection. The sculpture is signed and dated “Ron ’84” on the natural onyx base. No significant chips, cracks, or structural repairs were observed. less
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