Clown Collection (#4)

Letter J, K and L (juggling, judge and kepi then moon, rabbit, lamp, spear), c.1920 (print)
DUV4202560 Letter J, K and L (juggling, judge and kepi then moon, rabbit, lamp, spear), c.1920 (print); 16x24.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: ABC de Guignol by Griff (French illustrator)

"Street life in London": "Caney" the clown, 1877 (print on double-weight paper)
3570752 "Street life in London": "Caney" the clown, 1877 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1877 Photographer: Thomson, John;Sampson Low, Marston)

English actor Jacques Francois Laporte (1775Ð1841) as Arlequin in the " leaf-vaudeville" one-act play Le
FLO4562742 English actor Jacques Francois Laporte (1775Ð1841) as Arlequin in the " leaf-vaudeville" one-act play Le Sultan du Havre by Armand d'Artois

Men dressed as clowns (b/w photo)
8656396 Men dressed as clowns (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Men dressed as clowns. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

And I pray you my masters be merry (colour litho)
8656521 And I pray you my masters be merry (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "And I pray you my masters be merry." A jester and a cat)

Suggestions for headdresses (engraving)
8631137 Suggestions for headdresses (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suggestions for headdresses)

Advertising card for Tony Denier and his Great Humpty Dumpty Troupe (chromolitho)
8677567 Advertising card for Tony Denier and his Great Humpty Dumpty Troupe (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The sad end of Harlequin the painter (colour litho)
8672562 The sad end of Harlequin the painter (colour litho) by Bull, Rene (1872-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: The sad end of Harlequin the painter)

French Painter Henri De Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901) Dressed Up As A Clown (With Footit Hat) C. 1894 (b/w photo)
1642498 French Painter Henri De Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901) Dressed Up As A Clown (With Footit Hat) C. 1894 (b/w photo); (add.info)

The clown
Rui Ribeiro

Queen 2
Angela Muliani Hartojo

Clownfish
Alessandro Catta

The show must go on
Monika Vanhercke

Clownfish
Ilan Ben Tov

the clown is watching you
Roswitha Schleicher-Schwarz

Life Is A Circus
Joan Blease

Clowns Of The Pizza Party
Daniel Ahlnäs

Clownfish
Un poisson clown dans son anemone.. Barathieu Gabriel

Jackpot
Hari Sulistiawan

Street scene, 1932. Creator: John Christensen
Street scene, 1932. Circus

The Educated Mules at the Alhambra Palace, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Educated Mules at the Alhambra Palace, 1858. American circus in London: Messrs. Howes and Cushing's "educated" mules, Barney and Pete who...must have had

Man in a Clown Suit, 1852-1866. Creator: Paul Gavarni
Man in a Clown Suit, 1852-1866

Gabriel Ravel as the Clown, 1855-1859. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
Gabriel Ravel as the Clown, 1855-1859

Gabriel Ravel as the Clown, 1855-1859. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
Gabriel Ravel as the Clown, 1855-1859

Portrait of a Fool, c.1550. Creator: Verbeeck, Frans (c. 1510-1570)
Portrait of a Fool, c.1550. Private Collection

A Clown Playing the Violin, 1915. Creator: Gosta von Hennigs
A Clown Playing the Violin, 1915

Mr. Compton, of the Theatre Royal Haymarket, as "Touchstone", 1857. Creator: Joseph Swain. Mr
Mr. Compton, of the Theatre Royal Haymarket, as "Touchstone", 1857. Portrait from a photograph by Mayall. Henry Compton...has played the whole of that fine round of characters which are

The Giovedì Grasso Festival in front of the Ducal Palace in Venice, ca 1775. Creator: Guardi, Francesco (1712-1793)
The Giovedi Grasso Festival in front of the Ducal Palace in Venice, ca 1775. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

The Dance. Creator: Oudry, Jean-Baptiste (1686-1755)
The Dance. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Circus, New York, [1935]. Creator: Unknown
Circus, New York, [1935]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Circus, New York, [1935]. Creator: Unknown
Circus, New York, [1935]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Circus, New York, [1935]. Creator: Unknown
Circus, New York, [1935]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Circus, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Circus, [193-]. Children's Circus - Rebate Tickets - Free - Ask Us for them Inside'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S

Me Third, San Francisco, 1938. Creator: Unknown
Me Third, San Francisco, 1938. "Me 3rd" - A Hilarious Comedy by Mary Coyle Chase...Alcazar [Theatre]'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S

Circus, Reading, PA, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Circus, Reading, PA, [193-]. Federal Theatres Circus - "The Big Show"...200 Big Top Performers - 20 Acts - 1, 000 Thrills - Scores of Clowns - Under Canvas - Reading Post No.62 A.L

Circus, Newark, NJ, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Circus, Newark, NJ, [193-]. Federal Theatre for New York City presents A 3 Ring Circus - All New Acts - 50 Piece Band - Newark Armory [New Jersey]...Sponsor - 113 Infantry N.G.N.J.'

Circus, Hyannis, MA, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Circus, Hyannis, MA, [193-]. Federal Theatres Circus - "The Big Show"...200 Big Top Performers - 20 Acts - 1, 000 Thrills - Scores of Clowns - Under Canvas - Barnstable Community Council &

Circus, Fitchburg, MA, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Circus, Fitchburg, MA, [193-]. Federal Theatres Circus - "The Big Show"...200 Big Top Performers - 20 Acts - 1, 000 Thrills - Scores of Clowns - Under Canvas - Post No.10 American Legion

Circus 2, Bronx, New York, [1935]. Creator: Unknown
Circus 2, Bronx, New York, [1935]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Circus 1, Bronx, New York, [1935]. Creator: Unknown
Circus 1, Bronx, New York, [1935]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Girl dressed in a pierrot costume with a small black dog on her lap, between 1900 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
Girl dressed in a pierrot costume with a small black dog on her lap, between 1900 and 1920

Feuer Clown I (Fire Clown), 1921. Creator: Paul Klee
Feuer Clown I (Fire Clown), 1921

Toy Bank, c. 1937. Creator: Lew Tower
Toy Bank, c. 1937

Clown Hand Puppet, 1935/1942. Creator: Lillian Stahl
Clown Hand Puppet, 1935/1942

Marionette Clown, c. 1936. Creator: Lillian Stahl
Marionette Clown, c. 1936

Punch as Clown, c. 1936. Creator: Lillian Stahl
Punch as Clown, c. 1936

Society Circus - clowns on horseback, between 1909 and 1923. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Society Circus - clowns on horseback, between 1909 and 1923

Affiche pour le "Concert des Ambassadeurs", c1899. Creator: Jules Cheret
Affiche pour le "Concert des Ambassadeurs". c1899. [Publisher: Imprimerie Chaix; Place: Paris]

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Step right up and enter the whimsical world of clowns. From the enchanting Goose Fair in Nottingham to the iconic Pantomime Characters of Commedia dell Arte, these colorful jesters have been captivating audiences for centuries. Immerse yourself in history as you gaze upon Arthur Spooner's masterpiece, "The Brighton Pierrots. " Painted in 1915, this oil on canvas transports you to a bygone era where laughter echoed along seaside promenades. Meet James Doughty, England's oldest clown, whose timeless charm has brought joy to generations. Whether performing at Bertram Mills Circus or delighting crowds at Charles Green's balloon event in Stowmarket, his legacy lives on through his infectious smile and mischievous antics. Marvel at the vibrant Barnum & Bailey Poster that beckons you into a world filled with wonder and excitement. Join Punch, Toby, and Clown as they take center stage with their hilarious shenanigans that will leave you in stitches. Don't miss the Tower Circus in Blackpool where acrobats soar through the air while clowns bring laughter to all who witness their slapstick comedy. And if you dare venture onto the Helter Skelter at Goose Fair in Nottinghamshire, prepare for a thrilling ride down its spiral slide amidst an atmosphere of pure merriment. As we delve deeper into Victorian times with Clowns/Victorian Scrap collection, we discover how these jolly figures were cherished symbols of entertainment during an era known for its grandeur and extravagance. So next time you spot a circus clown pointing towards adventure or catch sight of a vintage photograph capturing their timeless allure – remember that behind those painted smiles lies an art form steeped in tradition and dedicated to spreading joy across continents.