This lot consists of an Original oil painting on canvas board signed ''Bernard Buffet'' and dated ''1989''. Image shows Emmett Kelly -- in his classic ''Weary Willie'' persona - head and red nose tilted upward, with one tearful eye gazing down from the cover of a disheveled hat. Framed in simple, gilt-wash wood. It is done in the Impressionist style of Bernard Buffet (French, 1928-1999). Very similar to Buffet’s 1978 work, ''Clown Fond Vert''. Image sight measures approximately 17'' x 15''. Frame measures approximately 22'' x 20''.

Finger Lakes Auction has been commissioned to liquidate a collection of Fine Art from a Prominent European Collector and Dealer. This is one of the pieces from that collection. This item is being sold ''as is''. Unless otherwise noted, authenticity has not been firmly established.

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Provenance:
This piece comes from a Prominent European Collector of Fine Art.

Dimensions:
Approx. 22'' x 20''.
Circa:
1989

No significant signs of damage or distress. Minor signs of age are visible including bumps, nicks and scratches. The image and signature are clear, bright, and show very well.