"Bell Hop" Marionette

c. 1938

Emile Cero

Associated Names
Emile Cero

Artist, American, c. 1915 - 1986

This is a painting of a mannequin-like figure in a detailed outfit. The figure is dressed in a military-style jacket with gold embellishments, wearing black pants with a red stripe. The figure's pose includes a hand saluting at the head. The face and hands are stylized, hinting at expressive or symbolic intent rather than realism. The background is neutral, emphasizing the brightly colored garment. The style is akin to Emile Cero, as indicated by the signature.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.5 x 28 cm (14 x 11 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 42" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15682

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: EMILE CERO

Wikidata ID

Q64559467

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