Description

This vintage oil painting is a compelling portrait of the beloved "Weary Willie" hobo clown character, made famous by circus performer Emmett Kelly (1898–1979). The piece captures the iconic, melancholy expression of the character, complete with his distinctive black stubble, red nose, and black bowler hat.

Artwork Details:

• Medium: Oil paint on canvas or board.
• Subject: Portrait of the famous "Weary Willie" character.
• Style: Painted with expressive, impressionistic brushstrokes, characteristic of mid-20th century folk or portrait art.
• Artist: The artwork is hand-signed by the artist "M. Scheiner" in the lower right quadrant. While information on artists named Scheiner in other mediums exists, this specific painter is likely an amateur or local artist, as there are no prominent auction records for clown paintings under this name.
• Framing: Housed in a substantial, dark-stained solid wood frame.
• Condition: In good vintage condition, consistent with its age. Minor signs of wear may be present on the frame (inspect photos carefully for condition details).
• Dimensions: H:38in W:39in