Comedians Collection (#5)

The Late Mr Liston (engraving)
1101797 The Late Mr Liston (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Mr Liston)

Mr Penleys Return to the Stage, "A Little Ray of Sunshine, "at the Royalty Theatre (litho)
1598384 Mr Penleys Return to the Stage, " A Little Ray of Sunshine, " at the Royalty Theatre (litho) by Cleaver

Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2804769 Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Le Rire, 6 August 1898.); © Look and Learn

The Late Mr Wright, Comedian (engraving)
1098483 The Late Mr Wright, Comedian (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Mr Wright, Comedian)

The late Frederick Robson, of the Olympic Theatre (engraving)
1613182 The late Frederick Robson, of the Olympic Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Frederick Robson, of the Olympic Theatre)

Mr Ws Woodin in Three Characters (engraving)
1612769 Mr Ws Woodin in Three Characters (engraving) by Skill, Frederick John (1824-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Ws Woodin in Three Characters)

Portrait of a comedian of Molieres troupe (oil on canvas)
JEB4862865 Portrait of a comedian of Molieres troupe (oil on canvas) by Elle, Louis Ferdinand (the Elder) (c.1612-89); 103x81 cm; Palais de Longchamp, Marseille

"The snack with the masks"Comedians wearing Commedia dell
FTB61038 " The snack with the masks" Comedians wearing Commedia dell arte costumes around a table where biscuits and wine are served (detail) 18th century (painting) by Longhi

The Temple of Aphrodite (colour litho)
5201931 The Temple of Aphrodite (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Temple of Aphrodite)

Blusters Way (colour litho)
5201940 Blusters Way (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blusters Way. Illustration for Stories from the Greek Comedians by Alfred J Church (Seeley)

Hercules and Poseidon (colour litho)
5201935 Hercules and Poseidon (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules and Poseidon)

Bacchus and Xanthias (colour litho)
5201934 Bacchus and Xanthias (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacchus and Xanthias)

Advertisement for T A Kennedy (engraving)
603263 Advertisement for T A Kennedy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for T A Kennedy, mesmerist, king laugh maker of the world)

Animal comedians (engraving)
585963 Animal comedians (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Animal comedians; from Universal Magazine)

Italian Actors (red chalk on paper)
XAV418316 Italian Actors (red chalk on paper) by Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Valenciennes, France; (add.info.: Comediens Italiens; ); French, out of copyright

A Humorous Recitation (engraving)
1047102 A Humorous Recitation (engraving) by Ekvall, Knut (1843-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Humorous Recitation)

Mr John Parry, Vocalist and Comedian (engraving)
1106230 Mr John Parry, Vocalist and Comedian (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr John Parry, Vocalist and Comedian)

The Wrath of Simo (colour litho)
5201928 The Wrath of Simo (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wrath of Simo)

Aesculapius (colour litho)
5201930 Aesculapius (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aesculapius. Illustration for Stories from the Greek Comedians by Alfred J Church (Seeley, 1893)

Micio and Demea (colour litho)
5201929 Micio and Demea (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Micio and Demea)

Mr Josh Silsbee, the Yankee Comedian, at the Adelphi Theatre (engraving)
1102320 Mr Josh Silsbee, the Yankee Comedian, at the Adelphi Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Josh Silsbee, the Yankee Comedian)

James Welch, c. 1908 (pen, brush, ink & w / c on paper)
3120545 James Welch, c.1908 (pen, brush, ink & w/c on paper) by Ospovat, Henry (1877/78-1909); 32.4x23.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: James Welch (1865-1917)

Travelling theatre troupes on the road yesterday and today (colour litho)
2779732 Travelling theatre troupes on the road yesterday and today (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Poster advertising Terminus absinthe, starring Sarah Bernhardt as
CHT307421 Poster advertising Terminus absinthe, starring Sarah Bernhardt as Absinthe and Constant Coquelin as Molieres Sgnanarelle, 1892 (poster) by Tamagno

Farce staged c. 1600 at the Theatre of the Hotel de Bourgogne (engraving)
CHT336955 Farce staged c.1600 at the Theatre of the Hotel de Bourgogne (engraving) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Albertazzi and Paul Bedford at the Princesss Theatre (engraving)
1617051 Albertazzi and Paul Bedford at the Princesss Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Albertazzi and Paul Bedford at the Princesss Theatre)

Edward Askew Sothern (engraving)
1590227 Edward Askew Sothern (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward Askew Sothern. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 5 February 1881)

Iris (colour litho)
5201938 Iris (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Iris. Illustration for Stories from the Greek Comedians by Alfred J Church (Seeley, 1893)

Joseph Grimaldi (litho)
816767 Joseph Grimaldi (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph Grimaldi, English actor, comedian and dancer, who was noted for his portrayal of a clown)

Mr W Davidge as Malvolio, Twelfth Night, Act III, scene iv (engraving)
971622 Mr W Davidge as Malvolio, Twelfth Night, Act III, scene iv (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr W Davidge as Malvolio, Twelfth Night, Act III)

The Italian Comedy, c. 1716 (oil on canvas)
BLY176731 The Italian Comedy, c.1716 (oil on canvas) by Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721); 37x48 cm; Staatliche Museen, Berlin, Germany; French, out of copyright

Characters of the Paris Carnival, c. 1840 (coloured engraving)
CHT193538 Characters of the Paris Carnival, c.1840 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

The Late Mr J B Buckstone, Comedian (engraving)
1099859 The Late Mr J B Buckstone, Comedian (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Mr J B Buckstone, Comedian)

Frontispiece for "Balli di Sfessania", c. 1622. Creator: Jacques Callot
Frontispiece for " Balli di Sfessania", c. 1622

Oldham comics Cannon and Ball rehearse their Christmas show, December 1987. For MEN Media Titles

(From left to right) Julie Walters, Melvyn Bragg and Victoria Wood at the Piccadilly Theatre London. 13th January 1985

Star comedians Cannon and Ball headed the line-up in a special concert which raised more than £ 2, 000 to send a five-year-old cancer sufferer on a dream holiday

Eric Idle, Terry Jones, Michael Palin and David Jason help Denise Coffey celebrate her birthday on the set of Do Not Adjust Your Set.12th December 1967

Prince Charles dines with The Goons at The Dorchester, London. Left to right, Peter Sellers, Michael Bentine and Spike Milligan. Harry Secombe was at home ill

The Goons of BBC fame at Cleopatras Needle on the Embankment, London. The trip was to get material for their programme The Reason Why

The Goons of BBC fame at Cleopatras Needle on the Embankment, London. The trip was to get material for their programme The Reason Why

Prince Charles dines with The Goons at The Dorchester, London. Left to right, Peter Sellers, Michael Bentine and Spike Milligan. Harry Secombe was at home ill

Cannon and Ball have broken with tradition and ousted Panto. The pair announce their Christmas show at the Birmingham Hippodrome which will run during normal pantomime season. 21st December 1987

Tommy Cannon and Bobby Ball present The Cannon and Ball Christmas Spectacular Birmingham Hippodrome. 20th December 1984

Cannon and Ball star as evil robbers in Babes in the Wood at the Birmingham Hippodrome. The duo are pictured with Bernie Nolan, who plays Maid Marian. 14th December 1989

The cast of Big Bad Mouse at the Theatre Royal, Newcastle, on 10th June, 1980. Eric Sykes and Jimmy Edwards

Stan laurel and Oliver hardy departing for the United States of America after their second British tour. 14th September 1952

The scene outside Coventry station last night when film comedians Laurel and Hardy arrived. Police had some difficulty in clearing the way for their car

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"Unforgettable Moments with Legendary Comedians: A Trip Down Memory Lane" Andre Previn, Eric Morecambe & Ernie Wise 1971: Witness the comedic genius as these three icons come together during the recording of Morecambe & Wise's timeless show. Ronnie Barker as Arkwright: Meet the unforgettable character who stole our hearts with his stuttering, miserly ways in BBC TV's beloved sitcom. The Goons - Spike Milligan, Harry Secombe, and Peter Sellers 1972: Join this legendary trio in their hilarious antics that left audiences roaring with laughter. Morecambe and Wise 1966: Step into a world of side-splitting sketches and impeccable timing as Britain's favorite duo takes center stage. George Formby: Discover the charm and wit of this iconic comedian whose music and humor continue to captivate audiences to this day. Les Dawson: Celebrate the comedic brilliance of Les Dawson, known for his quick wit and unique delivery that never failed to bring smiles to faces worldwide. The Young Ones starring Christopher Ryan as Mike: Get ready for riotous laughter as you witness the outrageous adventures of these rebellious university students filmed in Bristol. Rik Mayall and Adrian Edmundson as the Dangerous Brothers on Saturday Live: Brace yourself for an unforgettable performance by these two comedy legends who pushed boundaries like no other on live television. Hylda Baker: Experience the infectious energy and eccentricity of one of Britain's most beloved comediennes whose slapstick humor brought joy to millions across generations. Ken Dodd with tickling sticks 1968: Prepare for a night filled with laughter courtesy of Ken Dodd's trademark tickling sticks routine that became synonymous with his name. Dave Allen, Irish comedian : Explore Dave Allen’s unique brand of observational comedy that made him one of Ireland’s most celebrated comedians. Empire Theatre / 1889.