Fat Clown Coin Bank

c. 1938

Alf Bruseth

Associated Names
Alf Bruseth

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture features a clown-like figure wearing a conical hat adorned with a red and gold color scheme. It is presented in front-facing and back views, displaying intricate designs with patterns including stars and diamond shapes. The figure has a wide grin on its face and is depicted holding a small object, possibly a cane or a wand. The material appears glossy and somewhat textured, resembling metal. The back view reveals more details of the intricate pattern, the rounded hat, and back details. The sculpture is small and could fit comfortably in an adult's hand.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite, watercolor, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.6 x 29.8 cm (8 7/8 x 11 3/4 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 6 3/4" high; 1 11/16" wide;

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8568


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: ALF BRUSETH

Wikidata ID

Q64534193

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