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Clown Noses
I just want to give a plug for Stanley's leather clown noses.
I bought one twenty-two years ago and it's still in good shape. I used it a lot in performance the first ten years and still use it in rehearsal. It has such a distinct (and comfortable) feel when I wear it, that I'm ready to play as soon as I put it on (Pavlov's fool).
Foolishly,
Drew Richardson January 5, 2007


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Clown Noses

Why use a custom leather clown nose when you can pick up a rubber one for about $10?

I started making custom fitted leather clown noses in New York City during the late 70's. Many clowns wear my noses and are still working in them 20 + years later. I worked in my clown nose for a few decades performing my solo show "Aero Show" and it is still good.

Clown noses are cut specifically for your nose. The nose holes are placed directly under your nostrils for better breathing and airflow. Leather noses do not sweat. They are more comfortable. The custom fitted leather Clown Noses are especially great for those long gigs doing walk around's.

I have made custom leather Clown Noses for many clowns including, Bond Street Theatre Coalition, clowns with the Big Apple Circus Clown Care Unit and Le Rire Medecin in Paris, France along with well over 100 clowns around the world.

Each nose is signed and numbered. Because they are handmade each one is a little different.

Clown Nose Size
I have three sizes and they are all round:

  • Large, a little larger than a golf ball about 1-¾ inches
  • Small about 1-½ inches
  • For another custom size contact me

Clown Nose Personal Fittings
This is almost a must. During the fitting the nose is cut to fit your nose so it rides there comfortably. The nose holes are punched directly under your nostrils.

Yes... I have done many Clown Nose fittings long distance for clowns around the world. This is done by you making then sending me a positive mold of your nose. Many clowns have had a good time making a mold of their nose.

Clown Nose Color
There are three basic clown nose reds I use. However, if you'd like something different or a custom colors no problem. Some custom colors there will be an extra fee.

One clown that works with Le Rire Medecin in Paris requested a blue nose. There are a few blue clown nose's around Europe now. I have also made a black punk clown nose complete with a spike.

Clown Nose Attachment
Clown noses are attached with a silk waxed thread and held on by a 1/4 inch elastic band at the back of the head.

If you prefer to glue on your leather clown nose, I have had clients do so. However, spirit gum is not my specialty.

Price with a personal fitting $75

Price for long distant clown noses $95, includes shipping within the U.S. (You must send me a positive mold of your nose for the fitting.)

Other Exclusive Custom Noses
Using a variety of different materials, I can create for you any kind of nose you've ever dreamed up

Exclusive design also available

Satisfaction Guaranteed The fitting of your custom fitted leather Clown Nose, even long distance are continue until you are satisfied.


Me  clean shaven clown a few years ago

A clown named Stanley Allan Sherman a few years back. Some reviews from his solo show. The hat Stanley is holding. Is a leather bowler hat made by the same guy that made Philippe Petit's hat.


To place an order, questions, other information or to be put on the e-mail list

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Contact Stanley Allan Sherman -
Mask Arts Co

203 West 14th St, Studio 5F
New York NY 10011-7138


Stanley,

Tonight, for the sixth year in a row, I played my uke and sang my novelty numbers in front of a friend of mine's vintage clothing shop during the big "art night" known as "Art for Art's Sake" here in NOLA. I wore the leather nose. I have never had more compliments in my life than the compliments I had for the leather nose. It was unbelievable.

It seemed like every person who happened by said something. When I told them it was a custom model, made from a mold of my very own nose they didn't believe me. I showed them the handwriting inside.

What I mean to say is the nose you made me gave me one of the great nights of performing I have ever had, I can never thank you enough.

Warmest regards,
Sazerac
New Orleans


The New York Original 1st Golden Clown Nose Awards. Made for the first New York Downtown Clown Revue Awards.

stacks of rubber nose with the golden nose award on top


Copyright © 1976-2011 Stanley Allan Sherman.
All rights reserved.

Clowns with
Custom Leather Clown Noses

Wearing custom leather clown noses Joanna and Michael

Joanna Sherman and Michael McGuigan, 1984
(Photo: Bond Street Theatre)

Bond Street Theatre Wearing custom fitted clown noses

Bond Street Theatre (top left to bottom): Joanna Sherman, Fred Collins, Luanne Dietrich, Michael McGuigan, Mary Dino (not a custom nose which is why she is sad), Stephen Ringold, 1984
(Photo: Ty Robertson)

Clowns, Fred Collins, Michael McGuigan, Stephen Ringold

Bond Street Theatre, a theatre company founded in 1976 by a group of physically skilled, socially concerned actors, was shaped by their diversity of techniques and motivated by their passion to be useful in this world. www.bondst.org


 Chelsea Business Draws International Clowns

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Hilary Chaplain with her clown nose

Hilary Chaplain is an actress, physical comedienne, variety performer and a teacher of clown and physical comedy. Her show is, "A Life In Her Day". www.hilarychaplain.com


Deborah Kaufman in her leather clown nose performing

New York Clown - Deborah Kaufman


Dear Stanley,

The nose you made fits and looks great! It is just in time for my next round of performances. Thank you, I love it. … Thanks! I'm a happy fool.

Dawn
The Simple Fool
Olympia, WA


Stanley,

I just received the nose today. Let me tell you, it is absolutely what I had in mind. Really a fabulous job. I am very sure that "Zippo" the clown will like it.

Thanks
Michael
Germany


Clown related links

www.circusnyc.com NYC shows, workshops, gigs, info, resources

www.jugglenyc.com NYC shows, workshops, gigs, info, resources

www.waterfrontmuseum.org David Sharps, shows, classes & museum

www.clownlink.com Clown information

www.bondst.org Bond Street Theatre - helping the world through clowning

www.patchadams.org Patch Adams, healing the world through clowning

physicalcomedy.blogspot by John Towsen

encyclopaedia-of-clown

vaudevisuals.com Jim Moore physical theater photographer

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Contact Stanley Allan Sherman - Mask Arts Company
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