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The Great Blondini - walking the high wire above four lions
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The Great Blondini - walking the high wire above four lions
A slightly fanciful illustration of French tightrope walker Charles Blondin (Jean Francois Gravelet) (1824-1897) - walking the high wire above a pit of four large male lions. Date: circa 1850s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Acrobat Acrobatic Balance Balanced Balancing Circus Danger Dangerous Fanciful Francois Lion Lions Performance Performer Peril Perilous Pole Risk Risky Spectacle Tightrope Walk Walker Walks Wire
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Step right up and witness the incredible feat of The Great Blondini as he fearlessly walks the high wire above four fierce lions! This slightly fanciful illustration captures French tightrope walker Charles Blondin in all his daring glory, showcasing his unparalleled skill and nerve-wracking performance. Dating back to the 1850s, this postcard print transports you to a time when circus entertainment was at its peak, with performers like Blondin pushing the boundaries of risk and danger.
As you gaze upon this image, you can almost feel the tension in the air as Blondin balances precariously on his pole above the gaping jaws of these majestic beasts. The spectacle of this acrobatic display is truly mesmerizing, highlighting both the physical prowess of the performer and the sheer audacity of his act.
So come one, come all and marvel at The Great Blondini as he defies gravity and flirts with peril in a show that will leave you on the edge of your seat. This iconic image is a testament to human courage and determination, reminding us that sometimes it takes facing our greatest fears to truly shine.
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