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Ltd. Edition Red Skelton Clown Print, "The #833503

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Ltd. Edition Red Skelton Clown Print,  The #833503
<table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="4"><tr><td><em> </em></td></tr><tr> <td width="100%"> He was known as America's Clown Prince, but there was much more to Red Skelton than his immense comedic talent. He was an artist as well. His paintings of clowns have fetched respectable prices at auctions. Prints of these clown portraits were issued in limited editions. This print, titled, "The Financier", is on a canvas-like textured board and is #3870 of 5000. The clown pictured is Red's famous character, Freddy the Freeloader, reading the financial section of the newpaper. "The Financier" was issued in 1987 and sold out in just one year. It was purchased by the consignors, Mr. & Mrs. K. in 1988 in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Mrs. K worked at Ceaser's, where Red Skelton performed regularly. He was unfailingly gracious and charming to people who stopped by to chat with him. When he played the games at the casino, he always donated his winnings to children's charities. Mr Skelton personally autographed the back of this print when Mr. & Mrs. K. purchased it and then, at their request, posed for a snapshot with them. This snapshot along with the certificate of authenticity, which bears Red's signature and thumbprint, are included with the print. It is beautifully framed and is in unblemished condition. More detailed photos are avialable upon request. The owners will consider serious offers. </td></tr><tr> <td> </td></tr><tr> <td>Reference #: 2126</td></tr><tr><td>Condition:Excellent</td></tr><tr><td>Year:1987</td></tr><tr><td>Country:USA</td></tr><tr><td>Height:23</td></tr><tr><td>Width:18.5</td></tr><tr><td>Title:Ltd. Edition Red Skelton Clown Print, "The</td></tr><tr><td>Location:Belleview, Florida</td></tr></table>