Clown #106 " Albert Fratellini"
acrylic on paper,
2 ½” x 3 ½” (64 x 89 mm), 2019
ACEO Clown #106 is a homage to "Albert Fratellini" (1886 - 1961), the youngest brother of famous french clown trio "Fratellini Brothers".
He was born in Moscow, Russia to the Fratellini circus family. He and his brothers, Paul and Francois mastered clowning in Russia under one of the Durov brothers. They performed at the Cirque Medrano where many classic routines were developed.
He is most likely responsible for the American Auguste as we know it today. His make-up style influenced many well known augustes, most prominently, Lou Jacobs. He single-highhandedly redefined the role of the auguste, and introduced the use of the red nose that is now associated with clowning. His actions were outlandish and crazy. The Fratellinis were honored by the President of France while at the Cirque Medrano, and Albert was one of the country’s best known clowns in history.
Fratellini Brothers
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