Street Entertainers Collection

India has no lack of street entertainers; jugglers, acrobats and numerous followers of charlatanism may be met with at
5315096 India has no lack of street entertainers; jugglers, acrobats and numerous followers of charlatanism may be met with at every corner by Unknown photographer

La harpe, instrument céleste, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
La harpe, instrument celeste, 19th century. The harp, celestial instrument. (Littre's dictionary)

On the Road to the Derby, the Punch and Judy Man (engraving)
1057234 On the Road to the Derby, the Punch and Judy Man (engraving) by Brewtnall, Edward Frederick (1846-1902) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Road to the Derby)

Pleasures of the poor (engraving)
585488 Pleasures of the poor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pleasures of the poor, street entertainments, proceeded to walk around the ring)

Street Acrobats Performing (engraving)
585482 Street Acrobats Performing (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London labour and the poor)

The Street Conjurer (engraving)
585480 The Street Conjurer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Street Conjurer, with a man balancing a cup on his forehead)

The Rope Trick (colour litho)
602225 The Rope Trick (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover of The Million (published in July 1894)

A Snake Charmer in the New Bazaar, Srinagar, Kashmir (litho)
1614856 A Snake Charmer in the New Bazaar, Srinagar, Kashmir (litho) by Goodall, John Edward (fl.1877-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Snake Charmer in the New Bazaar, Srinagar, Kashmir)

Punchs Showmen (engraving)
585483 Punchs Showmen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London labour and the poor, Punchs showmen.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English

Itinerant Musicians (coloured engraving)
585473 Itinerant Musicians (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Itinerant musicians)

Ballad Singer (coloured engraving)
585475 Ballad Singer (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ballad singer)

Street musicians (coloured engraving)
585471 Street musicians (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street musicians, a man, a woman and a young girl, each holding their instrument)

The Travelling Musicians (engraving)
585470 The Travelling Musicians (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Travelling Musicians, London)

Street entertainers (engraving)
585469 Street entertainers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street entertainers)

London Street Music, the Monster Organ (engraving)
1617499 London Street Music, the Monster Organ (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Street Music, the Monster Organ)

Al-Fresco Amusements (engraving)
1053010 Al-Fresco Amusements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Al-Fresco Amusements)

Life in Russia, Silly Week at St Petersburg (engraving)
1058566 Life in Russia, Silly Week at St Petersburg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life in Russia, Silly Week at St Petersburg)

The "Nobleman"Organ Grinder now on a Tour through the Irish Provinces (engraving)
1049121 The " Nobleman" Organ Grinder now on a Tour through the Irish Provinces (engraving) by Corbould, Alfred Chantrey (1852-1920); Private Collection; (add.info)

London street acrobats (coloured engraving)
728664 London street acrobats (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London street acrobats)

Street performers on silts (engraving)
585485 Street performers on silts (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London labour and the poor)

Street Conjurer Performing (engraving)
585484 Street Conjurer Performing (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London labour and the poor)

An insult to the profession (engraving)
585486 An insult to the profession (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An insult to the profession)

Raree Show (coloured engraving)
585474 Raree Show (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raree show, a savoyard peep show with his machine)

Street Musicians at Turin (engraving)
2771983 Street Musicians at Turin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street Musicians at Turin)

Oh rare show (engraving)
585457 Oh rare show (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oh rare show, rare chose a voir, Chi uuol ueder meraniglie, a savoyard peep show owner)

A young boy pictured holding a cage containing white mice (coloured engraving)
602256 A young boy pictured holding a cage containing white mice (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Indian Jugglers, "A Plant"(engraving)
1592260 Indian Jugglers, " A Plant" (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indian Jugglers, " A Plant")

London Street Acrobats (engraving)
1052441 London Street Acrobats (engraving) by Green, Charles (1840-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Street Acrobats)

The Electric Shock (engraving)
585487 The Electric Shock (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Penny Pastimes - the electric shock)

Street entertainers (engraving)
585472 Street entertainers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A street entertainer balancing a ladder on his chin as a crowd gathers to watch)

Dancing Bear and Dog, Camel and Monkey and the Royal Exchange
6340349 Dancing Bear and Dog, Camel and Monkey and the Royal Exchange by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Dancing Bear and Dog, Camel and Monkey and the Royal Exchange)

Punch and Judy (engraving)
1615212 Punch and Judy (engraving) by Hedley, Ralph (1848-1913) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch and Judy. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 12 February 1898)

Italian Acrobats (engraving)
1058589 Italian Acrobats (engraving) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Italian Acrobats. Illustration for The Graphic)

Christmas Eve serenade by 19th century street entertainers. From L Univers Illustre, published Paris, 1859

Street entertainers, fire eaters, Temple Bar, Dublin, Republic of Ireland, Europe

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"Captivating the Crowds: The Enchanting World of Street Entertainers" On the Road to the Derby, amidst a bustling crowd, street entertainers bring life and joy to every corner. Reminiscent of Punch and Judy shows from olden times, their performances transport us back in time through enchanting engravings. In "Pleasures of the Poor, " we witness these talented artists captivating audiences with their mesmerizing acts. From acrobats defying gravity on busy streets to conjurers weaving spells of wonderment, they leave spectators spellbound. The Rope Trick takes center stage as a color litho captures an illusionist's mastery over his craft. Meanwhile, in faraway Srinagar, Kashmir, a snake charmer enthralls passersby with his mystical abilities. "Punch's Showmen" showcase the legacy of this beloved character who continues to entertain generations. Itinerant musicians fill city squares with melodies that touch hearts while ballad singers share tales that resonate deeply within our souls. Through vibrant colored engravings, street musicians create symphonies amidst chaotic urban landscapes. Their harmonious tunes unite diverse communities and remind us all of the power music holds in bringing people together. "The Travelling Musicians" take us on a journey where melodies become passports for shared experiences. These wandering minstrels carry stories from town to town and spread joy wherever they go and can not just performers; they are magicians who transform ordinary moments into extraordinary memories etched forever in our minds. With each engraving capturing their essence, we celebrate their ability to ignite laughter and awe among strangers turned friends by simply sharing their talents on bustling streets worldwide.