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Pierrot clowns and piano BL23789
Filename: bl23789.jpg
Size: 4791 x 3940 (8.1MB)
Date: 17th October 2012
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
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Pierrot clowns and piano BL23789
Two Pierrot clowns performing a routine with a piano. Photographed in 1917 by Bedford Lemere and Co as a promotional photograph for J B Cramer and Company, a London based piano manufacturing firm.
The Bedford Lemere daybook records that this photograph was taken at " Cramers Ken", which may refer to the factory in Kentish Town or their showroom in Kensington
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This photograph captures a mesmerizing moment in the world of entertainment. Two Pierrot clowns, adorned in their iconic white costumes with painted tears, are seen engaging in a delightful routine alongside an elegant piano. The year is 1917, and Bedford Lemere and Co have masterfully frozen this enchanting scene for eternity. The image was commissioned as a promotional photograph for J B Cramer and Company, a distinguished London-based piano manufacturing firm. It showcases the seamless harmony between music and performance that has captivated audiences throughout history. As we delve into the details of this print, one cannot help but be drawn to the intricate expressions on the clowns' faces. Their exaggerated gestures perfectly complement each other while they effortlessly navigate their way around the grand instrument. The location where this extraordinary shot was taken is noted as "Cramers Ken" in The Bedford Lemere daybook. While it remains uncertain whether this refers to Cramer's factory in Kentish Town or their showroom in Kensington, what is certain is that Adolphe Augustus Boucher skillfully captured a moment that transcends time. This evocative photograph serves as a testament to both artistic expression and craftsmanship. It invites us to step back into an era when live performances held audiences spellbound with their whimsical charm.
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