Premium Framed Print : Clown with paper hoop on a greetings card
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Clown with paper hoop on a greetings card
Clown grinning through a paper hoop on a greetings card. (1 of 2) Date: circa 1890s
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Media ID 14243374
© The David Pearson Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
Broken Circus Clown Entertainer Grinning Hole Hoop Performer Pointed Pompom Ruff Torn
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 26.5cm x 39.6cm (10.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step right up and welcome to the enchanting world of Victorian-era entertainment as depicted in this charming antique greetings card from the 1890s. The centerpiece of this image is a cheerful clown, his painted red and white face framed by a ruff collar and a tall, conical hat adorned with pompoms. His expressive, grinning countenance invites us to join in the merriment, as he playfully peers through a torn, broken paper hoop. This delightful card, a relic from a bygone era, offers a glimpse into the rich history of circus and variety entertainment that captivated audiences during the late Victorian period. The use of paper hoops in circus performances was a common act, with performers skillfully maneuvering their bodies through the hoops, often while balancing precariously on rolling cylinders or tightropes. The card's design, with its vintage color palette and intricate details, transports us back in time, allowing us to experience the magic and wonder of a bygone era. The frayed edges and worn appearance of the card add to its authenticity, making it a truly unique and cherished keepsake. This image serves as a reminder of the enduring appeal of clowns and their ability to bring joy and laughter to people of all ages. Whether used as a holiday greeting or a thoughtful gesture, this vintage greetings card is sure to bring a smile to the face of the recipient and add a touch of nostalgia to any collection.
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