Puppet - "Clown on a Tear"

c. 1937

Verna Tallman

Associated Names
Verna Tallman

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a harlequin costume design. It includes a front view, back view, and a close-up of the head with facial makeup. The costume features playful and exaggerated elements like puffy sleeves, shorts, and colorful patterns. The colors used are green, red, and a pale shade. Both views show patterned tights, jester-like shoes, and a whimsical hairstyle. The face has theatrical makeup with expressive features resembling clown or mimic archetypes. The drawing captures the essence of theatrical costumes designed to captivate with bold visual cues.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.6 x 28 cm (14 x 11 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 41" high;

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15729


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64633611

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