On offer is a truly exceptional vintage oil painting, dating to 1984 and crafted with remarkable detail and character. This striking artwork is not only a nostalgic collectible but also a whimsical and theatrical piece of decor that invites curiosity and conversation.

Whether displayed as a conversation-starting accent or kept as part of a focused collection, this painting carries both narrative and charm — a visual story rendered in oil on canvas with evocative imagery.

📌 Key Features:
✅ Authentic oil on canvas – Vintage 1980s dramatic art style
✅ Beautiful clown and Pandora’s Box motif – a symbolic tale of wonder, curiosity, and consequence
✅ Artist-signed (R. McDonal) – attributed to a studio working in the tradition of Robert Owen’s iconic compositions
✅ Condition: Excellent vintage condition with some light craquelure consistent with age; no tears or major losses
✅ Original finish and canvas stamp by World Wide Art Ltd. on reverse
The size is 19 inches by 15 inches.

💡 Styling Tip:
This piece works beautifully in eclectic, theatrical, or maximalist interiors — hang it above a writing desk, style it in a gallery wall arrangement, or let it stand alone as a surrealist conversation piece.

🎁 Perfect For:
✔️ Lovers of meaningful, story-rich home decor
✔️ Collectors of vintage clown art and mythological symbolism
✔️ Thoughtful gifting — a lasting, emotional keepsake
✔️ Themed displays with a surreal, circus, or literary aesthetic

🔍 Provenance / Maker Notes:
Signed by “R. McDonal” and dated 1984 on the stretcher bar, this artwork reflects the enduring popularity of the “clown opening Pandora’s Box” scene — made iconic through artist Robert Owen’s widely distributed prints. This version is hand-painted in oil on canvas and bears the stamp of World Wide Art Ltd., a known publisher of fine commercial art in the 20th century.

📦 Shipping & International Buyers:
We ship worldwide, with tracked and insured options. Shipping costs vary by destination and service — but you’ll always see the final shipping cost before confirming checkout. No surprises, ever.

This is more than an object — it’s a story told in brushstrokes and myth. Rare to find in this hand-painted form, especially in such good condition. A collector’s or decorator’s dream.

📌 Don’t miss the opportunity to bring this evocative artwork into your home or collection — once it’s gone, it’s gone.

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