This captivating portrait of a clown, skillfully painted by Ottawa artist Patrick Roy Haldorsen, captures one’s attention. The juxtaposition of the serene expression on the clown's face against a vibrant and bustling backdrop, complete with animated children and a moving ferris wheel, creates a striking contrast. One cannot help but notice the meticulous attention to detail that Haldorsen has invested in rendering the children's expressions!
Haldorsen's reputation is notably built upon his involvement in creating several of the renowned dioramas adorning the galleries of the Canadian Museum of Nature. Moreover, his versatility is evident in a diverse body of work encompassing both drawings and oil paintings. Notably, his contributions have secured a place within the distinguished Beaverbrook collection housed at the Canadian War Museum.
"Clown’s Tea Break” stands as a testament to Haldorsen's artistic mastery. This oil painting, measuring 15"x20", dates from 1977. The wood-panel painting is in excellent condition.
Artist: Patrick Roy Haldorsen (1919- 2001)
Title: Clown’s Tea Break
Date: 1977
Medium: Oil on wood panel
Size: 15”x20”
Signed: bottom right; titled, dated and signed on verso