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CIRCUS POSTER, 1874. Calliope! The wonderful Operonicon or Steam Car of the Muses
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CIRCUS POSTER, 1874. Calliope! The wonderful Operonicon or Steam Car of the Muses
CIRCUS POSTER, 1874.
Calliope! The wonderful Operonicon or Steam Car of the Muses... Chromolithograph, American, 1874
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Media ID 12394829
1874 British Chromolithograph Circus Coachman Entertainment Horse Drawn Organ Organist Ornate Pipe Organ Playing Poster Rein Riding Crop Smokestack Steam Wagon Wheel Aerophone Calliope
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This 1874 circus poster print takes us back to a time when entertainment was filled with wonder and excitement. The focal point of the image is the magnificent Calliope, also known as the Operonicon or Steam Car of the Muses. This ornate steam-powered vehicle, adorned with intricate details and smokestacks, captures our imagination instantly. The chromolithograph showcases a British coachman skillfully maneuvering this marvel on wheels while holding onto the reins with one hand and brandishing a riding crop in another. The horse-drawn wagon behind him adds an element of nostalgia to this late 19th-century scene. As we delve deeper into the picture, we notice a man seated at an organ built into the carriage itself. He plays melodious tunes that fill the air through pipes connected to this extraordinary instrument. Surrounding him are women dressed in elegant attire, adding grace and beauty to this mesmerizing spectacle. The text on the poster hints at an advertisement for what must have been an unforgettable experience for those lucky enough to witness it firsthand. It's fascinating how art can transport us to different eras and evoke emotions tied to long-gone times. Granger Art on Demand has preserved this historical gem from their collection, allowing us all to appreciate its artistic value and glimpse into a bygone era where circuses were grand affairs that captivated audiences young and old alike.
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