Romano Mussolini - The King of the Circus

The clown was a popular subject among genre painters of the 1970s and 1980s. Many artists dedicated much of their careers to depicting this theme, Romano Mussolini being a prime example. Typically, the interpretation of this subject is similar for all artists who tackle it: the clown appears with his makeup designed to evoke laughter and hilarity, but instead displays a melancholic expression. This contrast is intended to spark an empathetic dialogue with the viewer.

The clown is one of Romano Mussolini's favorite subjects, always portrayed with his figurative technique, often with expressionistic tendencies. In this case, we note a very light application of color, rendering the clown's figure rather blurred, almost as if he were an apparition in the deep gray background. In the details of the hair and clothing, the artist uses a quicker painterly style, while the clown's empathetic face is depicted in greater detail.

Romano Mussolini, born in Forlì in 1927 and died in 2006, was a primarily figurative painter who focused primarily on genre subjects such as clowns, horses, and landscapes. His compositions display a simplicity of line and color.

The transaction takes place with maximum security for both the seller and the buyer. We take care of the conformity (provenance, authenticity, state of conservation) of the work and handle the shipping.
Returns are possible no later than 14 days after receiving the order.