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Trickster Collection

"Trickster: Masters of Illusion and Deception" Step into the captivating world of tricksters, where reality becomes an enigma and deception reigns supreme

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Trickster Collection: Cardini - Magician (Richard Valentine Pitchford)
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Trickster Collection: Cartoon, The Confidence Trick! (Northcote and Disraeli)
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Trickster Collection: Loki and Sigyn
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Trickster Collection: Loki Chez Aegir
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Trickster Collection: Portrait of the racing dog Modish, sired by Trickster out of Midnight
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Trickster Collection: A woodcut of a scene from the story of Till Eulenspiegel. (engraving)
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Trickster Collection: Till Eulenspiegel depicted with owl and mirror (engraving)
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Trickster Collection: Cartoon, The Celebrated Indian Crown Trick (Disraeli)
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Trickster Collection: Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): Seventh night: The parrot addresses Khujasta at
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Trickster Collection: Illustration for Till Eulenspiegel (chromolitho)
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Trickster Collection: A thimble-rigger in a London street tries to trick members of the crowd with clever
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Trickster Collection: Illustration for Till Eulenspiegel (chromolitho)
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Trickster Collection: The title page of the oldest known Low German edition of Till Eulenspiegel
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Trickster Collection: Ms Fr 1581 Noble holding court, illustration from the Roman de Renart
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Trickster Collection: The Cheaters (oil on canvas) (detail of 192295)
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Trickster Collection: Ms Fr 1580 or 1581 Attack of a castle, from the Roman de Renart (vellum)
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Trickster Collection: Br er Rabbit, 1881-1928 (pencil with w / c on paper)
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Trickster Collection: Ms Fr 1580 The fox, the wolf and the dog, from Le Roman de Renart
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Trickster Collection: Till Eulenspiegel (engraving)
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Trickster Collection: L Escamoteur sur le Boulevards, 1806 (oil on panel)
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Trickster Collection: A woodcut of a scene from the story of Till Eulenspiegel (engraving)
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Trickster Collection: Illustration for Till Eulenspiegel (chromolitho)
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Trickster Collection: Death Valley Scotty - Walter E. Scott and wife at Ryolite, Nevada (b / w photo)
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Trickster Collection: Canada, Alberta, Icefields Parkway. Common raven at roadside
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Trickster Collection: Vaslav Nijinsky in the role of Narcisse, Petrouchka and Till Eulenspiegl, c. 1911-16
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Trickster Collection: Trickster, Massachusetts, Seekonk, Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, Extreme Close-Up Of Water Droplets On
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Trickster Collection: Nicholas Hart, the Great Sleeper
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Trickster Collection: George Wilson
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Trickster Collection: Illustration of the Groundworke of Conny-catching, 1592 (engraving)
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Trickster Collection: Procession, illustration from the Roman de Renart (engraving) (b / w photo)
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Trickster Collection: The Fox and the Stork, illustration to Aesops Fables, 1666 (etching)
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Trickster Collection: Cheating at Cards (w / c with pen & ink on paper)
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Trickster Collection: Trickster punished grinding nose and ears, David Vinckboons possibly, print maker
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Trickster Collection: The Cheaters (oil on canvas) (see 193038 for detail)
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Trickster Collection: The Gamblers (oil on canvas)
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Trickster Collection: Magician / Ally Sloper
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Trickster Collection: Loki as a Serpent
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Trickster Collection: Three Card Trick
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Trickster Collection: Latvian Con Man

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"Trickster: Masters of Illusion and Deception" Step into the captivating world of tricksters, where reality becomes an enigma and deception reigns supreme. From the legendary Cardini, a magician extraordinaire who mesmerized audiences with his sleight of hand, to the mischievous Loki and Sigyn from Norse mythology, these cunning characters have fascinated us throughout history. In the realm of entertainment, Cardini's magical prowess left spectators spellbound as he effortlessly manipulated cards and objects with unparalleled dexterity. His performances were a testament to human ingenuity and the power of illusion. Meanwhile, in literature and art, tricksters like Till Eulenspiegel took center stage. With their wit and audacity, they challenged societal norms through pranks that exposed hypocrisy while providing comic relief. Their escapades were immortalized in woodcuts and engravings that captured their mischievous spirit. The allure of trickery extended beyond humans; even animals had their own champions. Trickster's legacy lived on through Modish, a racing dog whose lineage traced back to this illustrious figure. The portrait depicted Modish's gracefulness on the track—a testament to Trickster's enduring influence. But it wasn't just about amusement; tricksters also played pivotal roles in political satire. Disraeli cleverly used cartoons like "The Confidence Trick. " or "The Celebrated Indian Crown Trick" to expose corruption within society while entertaining readers with biting humor. Across cultures and centuries, tales such as those found in "Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama)" showcased how tricksters could be both heroes challenging authority or villains exploiting others for personal gain. These stories reminded us that appearances can be deceiving—just like Khujasta being addressed by an insightful parrot hidden behind layers of riddles. Whether it was Loki Chez Aegir or Till Eulenspiegel armed with an owl and mirror, tricksters have always captivated our imagination.