Ron Lee -Artist- 1982 Bronze Hobo Clown Figurine with Bird 5" Tall

This charming handcrafted clown figurine features a delightful hobo design with a bird perched on its shoulder. The vibrant gold and black colors add a touch of whimsy to any space. Perfect for art/clown enthusiasts and collectors alike. Born in Southern California in 1947, artist Ron Lee began carving at the age of 12. In his teens, he sculpted and cast bronze animals. Ron Lee's figurines of the Emmett Kelly Senior and Junior clown characters, based on famous circus clowns, became among his most known works. Ron Lee's figurines were not limited to clowns, however. In 1990, he was commissioned by Disney to create a Mickey Mouse sculpture, and then he went on to work with Marvel, DC Comics, and several other large entities. Ron Lee's artwork went through a long, detailed process. First he sculpted the piece, then preserved it in casting materials, and finally, he hand painted it with chrome and gold detailing. Ron Lee figurines are Bronze hand painted clowns, mounted on marble base often with 24kt plated gold. Editions could vary but it is in thousands so they are pretty sizable. 🤝 Always open to reasonable offers...bundle with items in my closet to save on shipping! ⚡️New to poshmark? use code: PIECEOFMYHEART for $15 off your first purchase! ⚡️ 📸 @ pieceofmyheartclothing