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Charles Bell — Rolly Polly Clown
Charles Bell

Rolly Polly Clown

1983

A vibrant and whimsical pastel work by Charles Bell, *Rolly Polly Clown* captures the playful essence of its subject through rich, expressive color and delicate texture unique to the medium. Bell's masterful use of pastel on paper brings a sense of softness and warmth to the rotund, jovial figure, balancing lighthearted charm with skilled artistic precision. The work reflects Bell's keen eye for detail and his ability to infuse everyday subjects with personality and life.

Medium
pastel on paper

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20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale

October 5, 2017

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Charles Bell, Rolly Polly Clown, 1983

A vibrant and whimsical pastel work by Charles Bell, *Rolly Polly Clown* captures the playful essence of its subject through rich, expressive color and delicate texture unique to the medium. Bell's masterful use of pastel on paper brings a sense of softness and warmth to the rotund, jovial figure, balancing lighthearted charm with skilled artistic precision. The work reflects Bell's keen eye for detail and his ability to infuse everyday subjects with personality and life.

Medium
pastel on paper
Year
1983
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

20th-Century Art, Clown Subject, Pastel On Paper, Male Artist, Photorealism, Contemporary Artist, American Artist, Figurative Art, Warm Colors, Works on Paper, Pop Culture, Vibrant Colors, Playful Mood

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