Acrobats Collection (#4)

Launched into the air, overwhelmed and fatally trampled by an angry elephant (colour litho)
2778504 Launched into the air, overwhelmed and fatally trampled by an angry elephant (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Launched into the air)

At a height of 800 meters, an acrobatic aviator, known in Spain under the name of the Red Devil... (colour litho)
2778064 At a height of 800 meters, an acrobatic aviator, known in Spain under the name of the Red Devil... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Japanese street performers, acrobats, children, Japan, c.1880 s

The Flying Reos, Have a Bouquet? Date: 1922

Les Terrianos, acrobatic troupe, really sensational Date: 1934

Acrobats, gymnasts and clown, 1st Hampshire Regiment
Acrobats, gymnasts and clowns - circus troupe 1st Hampshire Regiment of the British Army, c.1900

M Jean Polaski, at Astleys (engraving)
1606992 M Jean Polaski, at Astleys (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: M Jean Polaski, at Astley s)

Mexicans Performing Gymnastics (colour litho)
STC116120 Mexicans Performing Gymnastics (colour litho) by Gallina, Gallo (1796-1874); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright

Two Acrobats in Red Tights (w / c on paper)
BRN198204 Two Acrobats in Red Tights (w/c on paper) by Demuth, Charles (1883-1935); The Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; eBarnes Foundation; American, out of copyright

Trapeze Artists (oil on canvas)
CH236624 Trapeze Artists (oil on canvas) by Mora, Francis Luis (1874-1940); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

Troupe of acrobats performing on a street in medieval France (engraving)
6029336 Troupe of acrobats performing on a street in medieval France (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Hoffman Girls performing webbing act, London Hippodrome
The eighteen Gertrude Hoffman Girls performing their extraordinary acrobatic webbing act at the London Hippodrome, Leap Year, in 1924. Date: 1924

Music cover, The Man on the Flying Trapeze, song waltz, words by George Leybourne, music by Alfred Lee, performed by Shaw and Weston. 1934

Newest turns at the London Hippodrome 1900
Newest turns at the London Hippodrome in October 1900 - Eugene Sandow, the famous strong man, Ghezzi the clown, the Sisters O Meers, the clever wire artists and M. Batty and his famous bear

The Jugglers by Averil Burleigh
The Jugglers: A Study in Modernity, by Averil Burleigh (1883 - 1949). Exhibited at the Society of Women Artists in 1929. Date: 1929

Circus poster with clown and acrobats. 20th century

Circus poster with ringmaster, clowns and acrobats. 20th century

Plate 364. Hand-spring over Mans Back, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950075 Plate 364. Hand-spring over Mans Back, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 23.7x31.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

An advertising print of a circus owned by Hayatake Torakichi, travelling from Osaka to Ryogoku in Edo
UOL120839 An advertising print of a circus owned by Hayatake Torakichi, travelling from Osaka to Ryogoku in Edo, 1845 (colour woodblock print) by Kunisada

A Chinese circus, illustration from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne
STC232906 A Chinese circus, illustration from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne by Giulio Ferrario, published c.1820s-30s (coloured engraving) by Zancon

The latest cycling feat (engraving)
603288 The latest cycling feat (engraving) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The latest cycling feat: Looping the Loop, at the Royal Aquarium, in Westminster, London)

Roseray and Capella
Dancers Simone Roseray and Capella, acrobatic dancing cabaret stars of the 1920s, photographed at the time they were performing in Berlin, after a successful run at the Concert Mayol in Paris

Acrobats, the two Nuttis
Illustration from Reigen Magazine, Germany, 1924 showing the acrobats, the two Nuttis Date: 1924

The Banquistes, c. 1820-30 (colour litho)
CHT173552 The Banquistes, c.1820-30 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Admission to Worlds Fair, Agricultural Hall, Islington, 1884 / 85 (engraving)
559913 Admission to Worlds Fair, Agricultural Hall, Islington, 1884/85 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Admission to Worlds Fair, Agricultural Hall)

Tight-Rope Walker, c. 1885 (oil on canvas)
2968175 Tight-Rope Walker, c.1885 (oil on canvas) by Forain, Jean Louis (1852-1931); 46.2x38.2 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; Gift of Mrs. Emily Crane Chadbourne; French, out of copyright

Exercices d equilibre avec un faux nez (engraving)
2790185 Exercices d equilibre avec un faux nez (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Exercices d equilibre avec un faux nez)

Jongleurs indiens (engraving)
2790122 Jongleurs indiens (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jongleurs indiens. Illustration for Le Tour Du Monde (Hachette, 1869)

Stunts... 1934 (colour litho)
2778221 Stunts... 1934 (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Acrobatics... 1934)

To tame a violent fire in a Vienna circus, the firemen had to enter the... (colour litho)
2777968 To tame a violent fire in a Vienna circus, the firemen had to enter the... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Never before had the king of beasts become a balancer (Colour Litho)
2778394 Never before had the king of beasts become a balancer (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Picturesque Customs (Colour Litho)
2777614 The Picturesque Customs (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The picturesque customs)

Victorian Christmas card of an old clown performing an acrobatic trick, c
3604009 Victorian Christmas card of an old clown performing an acrobatic trick, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

Indian Native Jugglers (chromolitho)
3624695 Indian Native Jugglers (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indian Native Jugglers)

Un Entr acte au theatre de Nicolet (engraving)
3644367 Un Entr acte au theatre de Nicolet (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Entr acte au theatre de Nicolet)

Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098207 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896)

Against 13 (colour litho)
2783953 Against 13 (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Against 13. A New York acrobat, defying all superstitions, ate 13 donuts on Friday the 13th)

The Morocco Arabs at the Victoria Theatre (engraving)
1617176 The Morocco Arabs at the Victoria Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Morocco Arabs at the Victoria Theatre)

The Imperial Japanese Troupe at the Lyceum Theatre (engraving)
1588673 The Imperial Japanese Troupe at the Lyceum Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Imperial Japanese Troupe at the Lyceum Theatre)

Silhouette, Circus Acrobats. early 19th century

Christmas card with acrobat, Jolly Xmas. circa 1930s

Caffe-concerto: acrobats (chromolitho)
1093219 Caffe-concerto: acrobats (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caffe-concerto: acrobats. Liebig educational card.); © Look and Learn

The Shah of Persia at the Crystal Palace (engraving)
1048846 The Shah of Persia at the Crystal Palace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Shah of Persia at the Crystal Palace)

"Puck Wants A Strong Man at the Head of the Government
1078640 " Puck Wants A Strong Man at the Head of the Government - But Not This Kind", 1880 (colour litho) by Keppler, Joseph (1838-94); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Casino de Paris; Camille Stefani
2904083 Casino de Paris; Camille Stefani by Cheret, Jules (1836-1932); (add.info.: Casino de Paris poster by Jules Cheret (1836-1932) for Camille Stefani performing a concert spectacular

M Blondin (engraving)
2773468 M Blondin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: M Blondin. Illustration for the Illustrated Times)

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"Captivating Acrobats: A Spectacle of Skill and Grace" Step right up and witness the extraordinary world of acrobatics. From the trenches of World War I to the vibrant streets of China, these daring performers have enthralled audiences throughout history. In Bruce Bairnsfather's iconic cartoon "In the support trench, " acrobats bring a touch of levity amidst the chaos, reminding us that even in war, there is room for awe-inspiring talent. From balancing on chairs to defying gravity on tightropes, acrobats showcase their incredible abilities. In "Human Face of China, " we catch a glimpse into their captivating performances that have been an integral part of Chinese culture since time immemorial. Transporting us back in time, a painting captures the restored Taureador Fresco from Knossos Palace. Here, ancient Greek acrobats astound with their agility and strength, leaving spectators mesmerized by their artistry. The Robert Brothers Circus poster beckons us to Caernarvon, Wales – a place where laughter and wonder intertwine under colorful big tops. The smiling ringmaster points towards jugglers, tightrope walkers, and unicyclists who defy all odds with each heart-stopping act. Amongst them are the Fritzsche brothers - German Bicycle Acrobats whose death-defying stunts leave audiences breathless. Their fearless spirit embodies the essence of what it means to be an acrobat. Even Mazda light bulbs shine brighter when illuminating these remarkable performers as they take center stage in dazzling displays. Whether underwater or gliding across roller skates during swimming season or roller skating shows respectively – these artists never fail to amaze. Freddie Schweitzer and Marion Bellet epitomize elegance as they gracefully dance through mid-air while suspended by silk ribbons. Their ethereal performance leaves spectators spellbound at every turn. Through centuries past, they have enchanted audiences.