Jester Collection (page 20)

Court Jester Entertains
A Court Jester entertains the throng at a medieval dining table

Christmas Banquet C16
Trumpeters announce the arrival of the Boars Head, brought in procession to the Christmas diners in an Elizabethan hall

King Henry VIII with three children and jester
King Henry VIII with his three children, Edward (VI), Mary (I) and Elizabeth (I), with the court jester Will Sommers lurking in the background. Date: 1491 - 1547

Archie Armstrong / Jester
ARCHIBALD ARMSTRONG (ARCHIE) Scottish court jester to James I and Charles I. Enjoyed royal favour and political influence until dismissed in 1637 for insulting Archbishop Laud

Jester Drinking / Graphic
A solitary jester drinks underneath the mistletoe

Lloyd George as Jester
DAVID LLOYD GEORGE as Court Jester to George V (and the real power of the country)

Disraeli / Elephant / India
BENJAMIN DISRAELI Dizzy has turned the Conservative Party into a rogue elephant: a comment on his interest in India

Red Bull Theatre / 1672
An open-air playhouse built in 1600 by Aaron Holland in St John Street, London. The theatre was demolished sometime between 1663-65

Tobacco Satire 1630
Three elegant chaps sit smoking around a table, as a man in the garb of a jester vomits profusely

Entertainer Personified
The personification of entertainment - a one-man band, dressed as a jester with cap and bells

Jester Entertains King
A court jester entertains a king and his courtiers

Jester and Lady
A jester, with cap, bells, ninny stick, balloon and monkey, entertains an unimpressed looking lady

Seigni Jean / Jester
Seigni Jean, city jester of Paris, entertains street traders and passers-by with some tricks

Ancient Forks
A fork from c. 8th-9th century (left) - British. A German fork from the 16th century surmounted by a jester figure (centre). A silver fork c.1650 (right)

Mesmer Glorified
Mesmer is crowned by a jester as he stands on a balloon inflated by his followers, including a cleric, calling down the power of the sun to cure his patients

The Wassail Bowl, Ancient
A dwarf stirs the punchbowl at a lively Christmas party, while other guests amuse themselves with snapdragon, a jester jests, musicians play, and the host presides as Father Xmas

Till Eulenspiegel 16th C
TILL EULENSPIEGEL Title page of the story of Jester Till from Germany

Richard Tarlton / Jester
RICHARD TARLTON - Clown and jester to the court of Elizabeth I

Jester (C15 France)
A French jester, holding a ninny stick or fools wand, a stick with the effigy of a jesters head at the end

JESTER
Two acrobatic jesters

Death & Jester
Death and the Fool

12th Night in Inn Yard
Shakespeares Twelfth night is performed in an inn yard

(Strutt) Jesters
Court jesters of the 14th century

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The jester, a timeless symbol of mirth and folly, has captivated audiences throughout history. From the Jolly Joker Playing Card to the Italian painting by Casimiro Tomba depicting a Drunk Warrior and Court Jester, their presence is undeniable. In one image, we see a jester carrying a wassail bowl, spreading cheer with every step. Another snapshot showcases Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise receiving the prestigious Joint Showbiz Award for their comedic genius. Even in Christmas cards adorned with Shakespearean jesters, they bring laughter to our festive celebrations. Just like Gulliver in Brobdingnag or Hamlet at the Grave, jesters have always been there to lighten even the darkest moments. Les Saltimbanques immortalized on canvas in 1874 captures their vibrant energy as they entertain crowds under colorful tents. No discussion about jesters would be complete without mentioning Carnival in Venice - an extravaganza where these mischievous characters reign supreme. Their cap and bells create an aura of whimsy that enchants all who witness them perform. And let's not forget the 16th-century red and yellow Jesters Cap costume map of the world - a playful representation of how jesters transcend borders and cultures with their universal appeal. Whether it's through art or live performances, jesters continue to remind us of the power of laughter, and are more than just entertainers; they are keepers of joy who remind us not to take life too seriously.