Beth Carter; 'Young Clown Mask with Bow & Collar'; Jesmonite & Plaster; Unique sub-Curios English marionette troupes were world-famous

English marionette troupes were world-famous and popular with adults and children alike

the body with a leather and embroidery saddle back

The wounds and crown of thorns allude to the manner of Jesus' death

the little girl who clearly so cherished him

That should have been shut in the dark with the sun for padlock

Beth Carter; 'Young Clown Mask with Bow & Collar'; Jesmonite & Plaster; Unique sub-Curios English marionette troupes were world-famousOrigin: English Period: 21stC Provenance: Direct from the Studio of Beth Carter; Unique Date: c. 2015 Height: 14" Depth: 8" Width: 15" (all at extremities) See here for an introduction to the work of Beth Carter.