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Bring a little vintage circus charm to your collection with this Ron Lee sculpture featuring a cheerful seated clown holding a deep blue balloon.The clown wears a cream-colored costume decorated with blue, turquoise, and orange polka dots, an oversized red-and-gold bow, and large shoes with gleaming gold-tone soles. Orange hair, a bright red nose, and a tiny turquoise-trimmed hat complete the playful design.The figure is mounted on a natural onyx stone base with attractive bands of honey brown, cream, and muted green. The polished surface and rough-cut edges contrast beautifully with the fine gold-tone bead texture surrounding the clown. The base bears the characteristic “Ron” signature and ©82 marking.ABOUT THE ARTISTAmerican sculptor Ron Lee became known for his expressive clown sculptures and collectible character figures. His distinctive combination of painted metal, gold accents, and natural stone gives these pieces their recognizable appearance. This seated balloon clown captures the humor and colorful detailing associated with his work.DETAILS• Artist/brand: Ron Lee
• Subject: Seated clown holding a blue balloon
• Base marking: “Ron ©82”
• Material: Painted metal with gold-tone accents on an onyx stone base
• Colors: Cream, blue, turquoise, orange, red, and gold
• Black protective pad on underside
• Includes the pictured sculpture and attached baseThe ©82 marking references 1982; the exact production date has not been independently established.MEASUREMENTS•5” tall
• Base roughly 3 1/2” by 3 1/2”CONDITIONExcellent vintage condition with no visible damage. The painted finish, gold accents, and fine details are exceptionally well preserved. Colors remain vibrant, and the intricate detailing is clearly defined. Please review all photos for a complete assessment of the exact piece offered.A charming addition to a Ron Lee collection, circus memorabilia display, or shelf of colorful vintage collectibles.You will receive the exact sculpture shown in the photographs.
