Clowns Collection

Poster, Robert Brothers Circus, Caernarvon, Wales. circa 1960s

Tower Circus / Blackpool
Two girls perform tricks while riding a white horse. A clown holds a hoop with a paper surface which one of them has just leapt through

Helter Skelter, Goose Fair, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Clowns / Victorian Scrap
A clown wearing dungarees with stripey socks

Circus Clown Pointing
A young child, with a hoop decorated with flowers, rides on the back of a skewbald (brown and white) horse, while a clown stands and points

Circus Poster / Paris
A poster for Cirque d ete (Summer circus) in the Champs Elysees, Paris. Open every evening, there are clowns, lions and horses, to name but a few acts

Astleys Amphitheatre
Philip Astleys amphitheatre, Westminster Bridge Road, London : loved by Dickens, this was also the scene of clowns such as Grimaldi, and popular melodrama

Victorian Scrap showing Circus Performers in a Big Top Circus Ring, including a lady balancing on a performing horse and a clown holding a hoop. Date: circa 1880s

Clowns L-R, August, Woodles and Pimpo with Whimsical Walker 1922

People wearing masks and costumes at the Venice Carnival
Carnival goers take to the streets dressed in their finest costumes and masks to parade around St. Marks Square, celebrating the Venice Carnival in Italy. The theme for 2013 is Live in Colour

Pierrot clown
Man in fancy dress wearing a pierrot clown outfit with white face soft pointed hat, green neck ruff and pom-poms to the feet

Clown convention, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Morecombe and Wise comedy double act seen here as Clowns. June 1976

Young women in fancy dress costumes
A group of young women dressed in fancy dress costumes preserve the moment for posterity with a photograph in studio. Three are dressed in variations on clown outfits

Clown heads on nine Victorian scraps. Date: circa 1890s

All Saints Infant School, Brightside, 1909
Front row far right is Arthur George Burton, born 1903

Gilbeys Ports advertisement
Bold and striking advertisement for Gilbeys port with two bottles and a glass of their finest helping to make the face of a grinning clown. Date: 1927

Clown in American Outfit
A clown wearing an outfit made from stars and stripes fabric (as in the American flag)

Cartoon, Fred Evans in clown costume
Cartoon, Fred Evans in his clown costume. He performed at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London. 1879

Mista the clown, alias Clive Chandler, visits pupils at Earlsdon Primary School, Coventry, as part of a drive to get children involved in the arts. August 9th 1984

British Army Pierrot Troupe - WWI
British Army Pierrot Troupe, from the British Expeditionary Force of 1917 Date: 1917

Louisiana, New Orleans, Mardi Gras Jester Statue, Riverwalk

Coco the Clown, created by Nicolai Poliakoff OBE. Coco the Clown talking to children in Swansea on his pet subject, road safety. April 1964

The Circus, mock-up for a book cover, c1950. Creator: Shirley Markham
The Circus, mock-up for a book cover, c1950. Illustration for " The Circus" by E Dermot Wellington. Shirley Markham (1931-1999)

Revellers in pierrot costumes at the Chelsea Arts Club Dazzle Ball held at the Albert Hall in March 1919. The theme was inspired by the technique of dazzle painting

Circus poster, Clyde Beatty Cole Bros, USA, the Worlds Largest Circus. 20th century

Poster, Barnum and Bailey, Greatest Show on Earth

Merry Hill Clowns celebrate the opening of phase 5, left to right, Lesley Condie, Rachel Dening and Kerry Hyde, Merry Hill Shopping Centre in Brierley Hill, Metropolitan Borough of Dudley

A tight-rope walker, photographed at Bentalls Circus. 1st December 1932

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Step right up to Astleys Amphitheatre, where the magic comes alive. 🎪✨ From Paris to Blackpool, these circus performers have been captivating audiences across Europe for centuries. Witness the mesmerizing sight of a Circus Clown Pointing towards laughter and joy. Transport yourself back in time with a vintage Circus Poster from Tower Circus in Blackpool or immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Helter Skelter at Goose Fair in Nottinghamshire, England. The spirit lives on through these nostalgic images. Travel even further back into history with Clowns Victorian Scrap, showcasing the timeless charm and artistry of circus performers from days gone by. Marvel at their incredible skills as they entertain crowds under big tops all around the world. Even beloved comedy duo Morecombe and Wise couldn't resist donning clown costumes for laughs. In June 1976, they brought their hilarious antics to life as clowns, leaving everyone in stitches. Clowning knows no bounds - it has touched every corner of society. All Saints Infant School in Brightside witnessed its own share of clownish fun back in 1909 when young children embraced their inner jesters. Not limited to circuses alone, they have also made appearances on stage. In As You Like It's Wrestling Scene captured on canvas in 1854, we see how Shakespeare himself recognized the comedic potential that lies within these colorful characters. From Caernarvon to Wales and beyond, Robert Brothers Circus poster showcases yet another delightful spectacle featuring talented individuals who bring smiles wherever they go. And let's not forget about Fred Evans - this cartoon captures his playful nature as he embraces his inner clown while wearing a vibrant costume. Whether you fear them or find them fascinating, there is no denying that clowns hold a special place in our hearts and continue to enchant us with their whimsical performances throughout history.