"Punch" Clown Puppet

c. 1937

Florian Rokita

Associated Names
Florian Rokita

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image is a painting of a puppet. It depicts a puppet dressed in a colorful ensemble, with a head featuring exaggerated facial features like red cheeks and a large grin, topped with a tuft of hair. The puppet's body is adorned in a detailed, patterned vest over a yellowish costume with baggy trousers, black shoes, and extended arms. The painting style is realistic and detailed, showcasing the textures and colors of the puppet's attire and face. The background is a simple, neutral tone that accentuates the puppet.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 48.6 x 37.8 cm (19 1/8 x 14 7/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 22 1/2" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15695

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: FLORIAN / ROKITA.

Wikidata ID

Q64562008

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