Redware Folk Art Man in Green, Presumed Pennsylvania, Earlier 20th Century painted tile this one seems the oldest

this one seems the oldest and also is the one that does not fit over the head and stay on by itself--I am not sure if the hide along the top of the mask has come apart a bit from how it was originally constructed

8 1/2" x 6 1/2" and in very good condition

and how her much elongated lower body (I'm not sure why but this clown seems female to me) makes her feel quite regal and commanding

teems with love and care

holding what looks to be a cigar in one hand and pole in the other

Redware Folk Art Man in Green, Presumed Pennsylvania, Earlier 20th Century painted tile this one seems the oldestI've had this guy sitting around keeping me company for a while, but his green coat and curious little face too, with a bit of leprechaun esque mischeviousness to it made think of St. Patricks day on the horizon, so I thought perhaps a good time to share him. (Also seems he could make a good talisman for cheering on the Celtics!) I purchased him from a great folk art dealer in Pennsylvania, and believe that is likely where he originated, in the long