Jesters Collection (page 3)

Woman jester
Front cover of The Sketch showing a female jester. 1894

Made in England by Albert de Courville
Promotional postcard for Made in England revue by Albert de Courville; music Herman Darewski. First produced at the Grand Theatre, Clapham, 29th April 1915. Date: circa 1915

Christmas and New Year card (inside pages) -- Police Sergeant, Clown and Jester. (2 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

Pastime With Good Company
This picture shows a Christmas scene at Henry VIIIs table as the boars head is carried in and The Kings Ballad (Pastime With Good Company) is sung. The song was composed by Henry VIII himself

Of carde players and dysers, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation
XJF486461 Of carde players and dysers, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools, from an edition published in 1874 (engraving) by German School

Of nyght watchers and beters of the stretes playnge by nyght on instrumentes
XJF486453 Of nyght watchers and beters of the stretes playnge by nyght on instrumentes and vsynge lyke folyes whan tyme is to rest

Of the ende of worldly honour and power and of folys that trust therein, illustration
XJF486448 Of the ende of worldly honour and power and of folys that trust therein, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools

Of lepynges and dauncis and folys that pas theyr tyme in suche vanyte, illustration
XJF486451 Of lepynges and dauncis and folys that pas theyr tyme in suche vanyte, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools

Of folys that forget them selfe and do another mannys besynes leuynge theyr owne undone
XJF486444 Of folys that forget them selfe and do another mannys besynes leuynge theyr owne undone, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools

Of them that wyllynge and knowyngly put them self in ieopardy and peryll, illustration
XJF486436 Of them that wyllynge and knowyngly put them self in ieopardy and peryll, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools

Of folys that can nat beware by the mysfortune and examples of others damage, illustration
XJF486431 Of folys that can nat beware by the mysfortune and examples of others damage, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools

Of the mutabylyte of fortune, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation
XJF486428 Of the mutabylyte of fortune, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools, from an edition published in 1874 (engraving) by German School

Of hym that is jelous ouer his wyfe and watcheth hir wayes without cause, or euydent
XJF486424 Of hym that is jelous ouer his wyfe and watcheth hir wayes without cause, or euydent tokyn of hir myslyuynge, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools

Of them that ar alway borowynge, illustration from Alexander Barclays English
XJF486417 Of them that ar alway borowynge, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools, from an edition published in 1874 (engraving) by German School

Of glotons and dronkardes, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation
XJF486408 Of glotons and dronkardes, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools, from an edition published in 1874 (engraving) by German School

Of hym that wyll nat folowe nor ensue good counsell, and necessary, illustration
XJF486400 Of hym that wyll nat folowe nor ensue good counsell, and necessary, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools

Come away, come away, death, 1890 (colour litho)
KW428124 Come away, come away, death, 1890 (colour litho) by Gilbert, John (1817-97); Private Collection; (add.info.: Feste, the jester, sings in Twelfth Night, Act II, Scene IV)

Dance of fools, reproduction of a miniature in a 13th century manuscript, from Le
KW260618 Dance of fools, reproduction of a miniature in a 13th century manuscript, from Le Moyen Age et La Renaissance by Paul Lacroix (1806-84) published 1847 (litho) by French School

Each believes his owl to be a falcon, Karel van Mander (I), Franco Estius, 1590 - 1594

Jester with fools cap on the head, Jacob de Gheyn (II), 1596

Woman and three men, Claes Jansz. Visscher (II), 1608 - 1610

Zottenkermis, fair, Pieter van der Heyden, weduwe Hieronymus Cock, 1570 - 1601

A Court Jester raising the punch cup high! The illustration for the Contents page of the Phil May Folio. Date: 1892

Theatrical Jester
Portrait of a Theatrical Jester. Date: 1895

Picture No. 10983674
Dog - Jack Russell Terrier wearing a pixie / jester hat. Date:

Jesters (Smith)
In the background is a FOOL, a kind of domestic idiot : the JESTER is a more sophisticated creature, expected to be witty rather than the butt of coarse amusement. Date: 1272

Childrens Carnival - Jester and Columbine
Two children dressed up for a fancy dress party; one as a jester holding a balloon and another as a Columbine complete with a star topped wand

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

Jovial Jesters Party
Gilbert Rogers Jovial Jesters pose for a smart group photograph

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

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

(Strutt) Jesters
Court jesters of the 14th century

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Step into the whimsical world of jesters, where laughter reigns supreme and mischief is their game. From the Jolly Joker Playing Card to Shakespearean jesters, these colorful characters have been captivating audiences for centuries. In a Christmas card adorned with a jester in cap and bells, we are reminded of the joy they bring during festive celebrations. Their 16th-century red and yellow Jesters Cap costume map of the world showcases their global presence as entertainers. The mischievous spirit can also be found in The Joker - Playing Card, a symbol of unpredictability and fun. During World War II, ENSA Entertainments enlisted these talented performers to lift spirits with Swing Vogue music. Imagine a jester playing flute melodies that transport you back to medieval times when court jesters entertained kings and queens. In Isabeau De Baviere's diary from 1389, she recounts the delightful antics of her favorite jester. They have even made appearances on stage in iconic works like "The Yeoman of the Guard" by W. S Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan. Their comedic timing brings laughter to audiences worldwide. Traveling across continents, Louisiana's New Orleans proudly displays Mardi Gras Jester Statues along its vibrant Riverwalk. These statues capture the essence of this lively festival where jesters take center stage. Whether through art or literature, jesters continue to captivate our imagination with their playful nature and witty charm. So next time you come across a jester's image or encounter one in person, allow yourself to be swept away by their enchanting world filled with laughter and merriment.