Figure Studies
Fernando Circus Clown
Joseph Faverot
A striking, expressive 19th-century portrait of a circus clown rendered with bold, textured brushwork.
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Portrait of a Clown
Walt Kuhn
1770 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A striking mid-century portrait of a clown, capturing a moment of quiet intensity and modern character.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — holds its place without needing much around it.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Study · Office
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft white, Soft sage
About the piece
Painted in 1946 by American modernist Walt Kuhn, this portrait depicts a clown in a white costume and traditional makeup. The bold contrast between the subject's white attire and the dark, atmospheric background creates a powerful gallery presence, characteristic of Kuhn's celebrated showman series.
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