This is a drawing of a marionette figure. The figure is designed to resemble a clown-like character with dark skin, exaggerated red lips, and is dressed in a white outfit with a jacket, pants, and a small black bow tie. The marionette is suspended by strings, indicated by lines extending from its head and shoulders. It has a wide smile, round eye, and is positioned with one arm bent and the other extended downward. The drawing includes detailed textures, such as the puppet's hair and clothing fabric, creating a realistic depiction despite its cartoonish appearance. The artist's name, Bertha Semple, is in the bottom right corner.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1937
- Medium
- watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
- Dimensions
- 3408 × 4340 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original