Joker Collection

Jolly Joker Playing Card
A classic image of a jester, wearing cap and bells, playing a flute, a ninny stick, or jesters wand, attached to his belt

Harlequin and Death, 1907. Artist: Somov, Konstantin Andreyevich (1869-1939)
Harlequin and Death, 1907. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

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

A for Alsatian and Harlequin, around 1920 (print)
8600164 A for Alsatian and Harlequin, around 1920 (print) by French School, (20th century); 31x24 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Alphabet du bal costume", Hachette, publisher)

The Joker - Playing Card
A classic image of a jester, wearing cap and bells, playing a flute, a ninny stick, or jesters wand, attached to his belt. Date: 19th century

Leaving the Masqued Ball. Artist: Garcia y Ramos, Jose (1852-1912)
Leaving the Masqued Ball. Found in the collection of Museo Carmen Thyssen, Malaga

Court Jester dressed in red and blue wearing bells, stepping forward

Taillefer the Troubadour in Advance of Williams Army (colour litho)
7181631 Taillefer the Troubadour in Advance of Williams Army (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taillefer the Troubadour in Advance of Williams Army)

Theatre National de l Opera, Grand bal de la Mi-Careme, 1921. Private Collection

Harlequin Clown

Examples of art on the RMS Queen Mary. At the top left are four statuettes carved from limewood blocks by Norman J Forrest, representing The Four Seasons, for the main tourist class staircase

A jester in the time of Henry III (engraving)
8650979 A jester in the time of Henry III (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A jester in the time of Henry III)

The Nose Dance (coloured woodcut)
8626210 The Nose Dance (coloured woodcut) by Guldenmundt, Hans (fl.1526-1560); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Nose Dance)

William Frederick Wallett, English clown (engraving)
8676648 William Frederick Wallett, English clown (engraving) by Pound, Daniel John. (fl.1860); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Frederick Wallett (1806-1892), English clown

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8670071 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

William Frederick Wallett, English clown (engraving)
8676637 William Frederick Wallett, English clown (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Merry Jester (chromolitho)
8663994 The Merry Jester (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Merry Jester)

Italian game card representing a madman (jolly or jocker). 19th century print
FGL5482875 Italian game card representing a madman (jolly or jocker). 19th century print; Fototeca Gilardi.

The Golden Legend: The dance of death (colour litho)
8648826 The Golden Legend: The dance of death (colour litho) by Meteyard, Sidney (1868-1947); Private Collection; (add.info.: The dance of death)

And I pray you my masters be merry (colour litho)
8656521 And I pray you my masters be merry (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "And I pray you my masters be merry." A jester and a cat)

The Shepherds' Calendar, 1480-90 (gold ink & ink on parchment)
8682933 The Shepherds' Calendar, 1480-90 (gold ink & ink on parchment) by French School, (15th century); Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Maschere, 1922. Creator: Malerba, Gian Emilio (1880-1926)
Maschere, 1922. Found in the Collection of the Galleria nazionale d'arte moderna, Rom.

The show must go on
Monika Vanhercke

Joker life
Isma Yunta

Portrait of a Fool, c.1550. Creator: Verbeeck, Frans (c. 1510-1570)
Portrait of a Fool, c.1550. Private Collection

Quand on a un père farceur, 1848. Creator: Honore Daumier
Quand on a un pere farceur, 1848. When you have a prankster father. From Les Papas, no. 21

Person wearing a mask made by W.T. Benda, 1925 Sept. 20. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Person wearing a mask made by W.T. Benda, 1925 Sept. 20

Person wearing a mask made by W.T. Benda, 1925 Sept. 20. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Person wearing a mask made by W.T. Benda, 1925 Sept. 20

A jester, 1777/1783. Creator: Franz Xaver Messerschmidt
A jester, 1777/1783

A voluptuous, haggard dude, 1964. Creator: Franz Xaver Messerschmidt
A voluptuous, haggard dude, 1964

A medieval court jester
A court jester - a historical entertainer either employed to entertain a ruler or other nobility in medieval or Tudor times

The Sensational Alex Harvey Band perform at The Reading Festival on Saturday 25th August 1973. They were billed simply as Alex Harvey

A man dressed as a joker poses during the Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy

Scene de Carnaval (pen and black ink & w/c)
XOS5884175 Scene de Carnaval (pen and black ink & w/c) by Debucourt, Philibert Louis (1755-1832); 30.6x44.5 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Drawing by Philibert Louis Debucourt)

E for Escuyer du Roi et Espagnole - F for Folie et Farfadet - G for Gypsy and Greek Warrior, around 1920 (print)
8600170 E for Escuyer du Roi et Espagnole - F for Folie et Farfadet - G for Gypsy and Greek Warrior, around 1920 (print) by French School

F for Folie et Farfadet - G for Gypsy and Greek Warrior, around 1920 (print)
8600172 F for Folie et Farfadet - G for Gypsy and Greek Warrior, around 1920 (print) by French School, (20th century); 31x24 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

C for Clown and Columbine - D for Dancer and Dragon, around 1920 (print)
8600166 C for Clown and Columbine - D for Dancer and Dragon, around 1920 (print) by French School, (20th century); 31x24 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Alphabet du bal costume")

C for Clown and Columbine, ca. 1920 (print)
8600167 C for Clown and Columbine, ca. 1920 (print) by French School, (20th century); 31x24 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Alphabet du bal costume", Hachette, publisher, Paris)

Terry McDermott, dressed up like an Arab Sheikh, as he carried out a practical joke on Newcastle United Staff. He hatched his plot after reading reports that Kevin Keegan was wanted by soccer mad

A fool with parrot, 1875. Found in the Collection of State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Enjoy the holiday season
Lisdiyanto Suhardjo

The Clown: Are You There?
Heru Sungkono

Marionette: Strings Attached
Heru Sungkono

Marionette: Play Me
Heru Sungkono

The Clown: Are You?
Heru Sungkono

The Clown: I Think I am
Heru Sungkono

The Clown: Am I Pretty?
Heru Sungkono

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"Joker: A Multifaceted Symbol of Mirth and Mystery" From the jolly Joker playing card to the mischievous circus clown pointing, the enigmatic figure known as the Joker has captivated our imagination for centuries. Whether it's Taillefer the Troubadour leading William's army or a colorful court jester dressed in red and blue with bells adorning his outfit, this character embodies both humor and intrigue. In art, we see various interpretations of the Joker. From Harlequin clowns to Konstantin Andreyevich Somov's depiction of Harlequin and Death in 1907, each portrayal adds depth to this complex persona. Even on luxurious ocean liners like RMS Queen Mary, artwork featuring jesters remind us of their timeless appeal. But beyond mere entertainment lies a deeper meaning behind these playful figures. The Clown asks if you are there, inviting introspection into our own hidden emotions. Marionettes with strings attached symbolize how easily we can be manipulated by external forces while urging us to take control of our own destiny. The marionette also beckons us to play along, reminding us that life is but a stage where we have agency over our actions. Meanwhile, the ever-present question from The Clown lingers - are you truly being yourself? The Joker serves as a reminder that beneath laughter lies complexity; he challenges societal norms by embracing absurdity and pushing boundaries. He invites us to explore duality within ourselves – lightness amidst darkness and joy alongside sorrow. So next time you encounter a joker-like presence in your life – whether through cards or clowns – take a moment to reflect on its symbolism.