A young clown gazes out from beneath a dark hood and a soft white ruff, the expression pensive rather than playful. Pavel Filin works the face with loaded, visible brushstrokes, letting flushed pinks and reds break through the pale skin against cooler blues and violets in the background. This original oil painting balances a melancholy portrait with lively, textured handling of paint. A quietly compelling piece to view at Art Gallery Teplice.