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This vintage Ron Lee sculpture captures one of the artist’s most whimsical circus scenes, depicting a peacefully sleeping clown stretched …
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This vintage Ron Lee sculpture captures one of the artist’s most whimsical circus scenes, depicting a peacefully sleeping clown stretched across a rustic park bench while a small blue bird perches above him. Signed and dated “Ron ’88,” the sculpture exemplifies the imaginative storytelling, expressive character, and handcrafted detail that made Ron Lee’s circus-themed works highly collectible.
Executed in cast metal with Ron Lee’s signature 24K gold-plated finish, the sculpture is richly enhanced with individually hand-painted details in vibrant shades of yellow, blue, green, red, pink, orange, and brown. The textured wood-grain bench, oversized clown shoes, expressive facial features, and colorful patchwork costume reflect the artist’s distinctive ability to combine humor, craftsmanship, and narrative within a compact sculptural composition.
California artist Ron Lee became internationally recognized for his collectible circus sculptures, celebrated for their expressive characters, meticulous hand-painted finishes, and signature 24K gold-plated details mounted on natural stone bases. His whimsical figurative works continue to be admired by collectors of American decorative art for their craftsmanship and enduring charm.
The sculpture is mounted on a polished natural banded onyx base displaying beautiful cream, honey, and blush veining, making each example visually unique. Fine gold-tone microbead detailing surrounding the bench legs adds texture and visual interest, while the small blue bird perched atop the bench introduces a playful narrative element that reinforces the peaceful mood of the composition.
Signed and dated “Ron ’88” on the upper surface of the natural onyx base.
Equally suited for display in a curio cabinet, library, office, or eclectic interior, this signed Ron Lee sculpture offers both collectible appeal and timeless decorative charm, making it a wonderful addition to any Ron Lee collection or vintage circus art display.
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- Dimensions
- 5.5ʺW × 3ʺD × 4.5ʺH
- 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
- Gold
- Condition Notes
- Very good vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear. Minor surface rubbing and scattered finish wear are present, consistent with age … moreVery good vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear. Minor surface rubbing and scattered finish wear are present, consistent with age and display. No major chips, cracks, repairs, or structural damage were observed. The natural onyx base displays inherent variations in color and veining typical of the stone. less
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