Circus Collection (page 81)

Fog in Piccadilly Circus, London, 1924
Photograph showing a Policeman (left) standing at a street refuge in Piccadilly Circus, London, during a heavy fog in December 1924. This image was taken at noon

Fog over Ludgate Circus, London, 1932
Photograph showing the scene at Ludgate Circus, London, during a heavy fog in October 1932. This image, looking like night, was taken at noon on 24th October

Statue of Prince Albert, Holborn Circus, London, 1874
Engraving showing the equestrian statue of Prince Albert, Consort of Queen Victoria, at Holborn Circus, London, 1874

Statue of Prince Albert in Holborn, London, 1874
Engraving showing the equestrian statue of Prince Albert, Consort of Queen Victoria, in Holborn Circus, London, 1874

A boy balances on a Circus horse
A young boy acrobat stands on one leg on the back of a performing horse in a circus. Ink drawing with watercolour wash by Malcolm Greensmith

Young boy lion tamer & lion
A young lion tamer in the circus with an obedient lion, sitting atop a decorated podium in the big top tent. Ink drawing with watercolour washes by Malcolm Greensmith

Bath Circus
The Circus at Bath, Avon

Lights Out in Piccadilly Circus, London, 1951
Photograph showing the Dim Out of Piccadilly Circus, London, in January 1951. This dim out of the advertising lights was due to a national coal-crisis

Piccadilly Circus on the morning of Derby Day, 1866
Engraving showing the crowded scene in Piccadilly Circus, London, on the morning of Derby Day in 1866. The image shows a large number of horse-drawn carriages

Piccadilly Circus, London, 1952
Piccadilly Circus, London, with buses rounding the statue of Eros, and advertising hoardings featuring Wrigley s, Bovril, and Guinness

Armistice Week Rejoicings in the West End
A scene at Piccadilly Circus in central London giving an impression of victory celebrations at the end of World War I. Various soldiers join civilians

Baby Elephant Pickpocket at Olympia, London, 1893
Sketch showing one of Barnum and Baileys elephants investigating the pocket of a female visitor to the circus, Olympia, London, 1893

Training a monkey at the circus, c. 1888
Engraving showing a circus animal trainer and his monkey walking on their hands, c.1888

A Riding Lesson at Sangers Circus, 1884
Engraving showing a riding lesson taking place in the ring of Sangers Circus, February 1884. A would-be rider can be seen being hoisted onto a running horse, via a rotating winch

Scene at the Circus, c. 1891
Engraving showing a scene at a circus, as a distraught performer or impressario explains to a member of the public: My show is mirackoolous, is marvallous, is krandeeose, is doo kreat for small mann

The American Circus at the Alhambra Palace, London, 1858
Engraving showing the American Circus performing at the Alhambra Palace, Leicester Square, London, 1858. The circus was probably Howes and Cushings Great United States Circus

Raising the Circus Tent, c. 1886
Engraving showing the raising of the big top as a circus arrives in an English country town, c.1886. The two men in the foreground are shown driving a stake into the ground

Myers Great Hippodrome Circus, 1879
Illustration showing a number of scenes from Myers Great Hippodrome circus of 1879. The main image (at bottom) shows the Grand Parade of All Nations

Circus on the move, c. 1888
Engraving showing a small group of circus performers on the move, with the circus packed into horse-drawn carts, heading for the next fair, c.1888

Amateur Photographers at the Circus, c. 1886
Engraving showing a group of amateur photographers, ready to indulge their hobby, at a visiting circus, c.1886

Circus Elephants arriving in an English country town, c. 1886
Engraving showing the arrival of some circus elephants at an English country town, c.1886. Onlookers gather to watch the visiting circus, with all its unusual animals, arrive in town

Clown learning to ride bare-back horses, c. 1888
Engraving showing a clown being taught either to ride horses bare-backed or to fly at a circus, c.1888

Circus Procession, c. 1886
Engraving showing a circus procession heading towards the Big Top at the start of a show, in an English country town, c.1886

The Wild Men of Borneo, London, 1898
Photograph showing Waino and Plutaino, the Wild Men of Borneo, pictured in 1898 when they were part of P.T. Barnums travelling circus

Circus Performance, c. 1886
Engraving showing a performance under way, during a travelling circus visit to an English country town, c.1886. The audience look on, amused

Children at the Circus, 1948
Photograph showing children watching circus performers in 1948

Circus animal trainer and his lion, 1888
Engraving showing a Lion King animal trainer, with a female lion, at the circus, c.1888

Performing Elephants in a Circus, 1876
Engraving showing a number of elephants performing tricks during a circus show in 1876

Equestrian Acrobats at the Circus, 1948
Photograph showing six equestrian acrobats forming a pyramid on top of their four horses, at the circus, 1948

Lion jumping through a tube at the Bertram Mills Circus, 195
Photograph showing a lion jumping through a tube during a performance of the Bertram Mills Circus at Olympia in December 1951. That year was the Silver Jubilee of the Mills Circus at Olympia

Circus Acrobat, c. 1888
Engraving showing a circus acrobat, performing his role as the base of the human pyramid. This image was originally captioned: The Supporter of the Family

Circus Elephant pinching a hat, c. 1886
Engraving showing an elephant using its trunk to borrow a womans hat, during a circus visit to an English country town, c.1886

Clowns and children at the circus, 1948
Photograph showing two clowns and a group of children at the circus in 1948

Motor Bus / Thornycroft
The first self-propelled bus (a Thornycroft) in London (route between Hammersmith and Oxford Circus)

Circus Acrobat / Garnier
In a fine display of balance, a gentleman rides a penny farthing while his assistant performs a handstand on the handlebars

Comic Tightrope Walker
A crowd looks up at a comic tightrope walker in starry shorts

Sacred White Elephant
The sacred white Burmese Elephant secured by P T Barnum in 1883, named Toung Taloung. Such an animal had been sought with a passion by Barnum for many years

London Traffic 1930S
A cycling salesman negotiates his way among the motor cars at Oxford Circus, central London

Churchill Cartoon
Churchill, First Sea Lord, depicted as a circus impresario explaining to the audience that Britannia has been taken ill and will not be able to perform

The Circus, Bath, England, a fine example of neoclassical architecture, built by the architect John Wood (the Elder) between 1754 and 1770. Date: 1940s

Houp-la
Cartoon from 1893 showing William Gladstone as a circus performer flying through a hoop representing the Home Rule Bill. The Home Rule Bill proposed an Irish Parliament responsible for internal

The Telegram by John Hassall
A clown is temporarily distracted from his performance by the inconvenient arrival of a telegram boy in the big top

George VI Coronation / Ils
CORONATION Piccadilly Circus decorated to celebrate the Coronation

Juggling on Horseback
A girl with Barnum & Baileys circus, juggles four balls which standing on the back of a cantering horse

Horseback Acrobatics
A couple with Barnum & Baileys circus, perform an impressive feat. He controls two horses, with a foot on eachs back, while she stands balanced on his knee

Chinese Acrobats / Arrest
Chinese acrobats, detained by the French police, put on a show for their hosts

Circus Act / Equestrian
An equestrian act at Bertram Mills circus. Dressed as cowboys, the riders performs various dressage steps and acrobatic feats

Daros Dancers / 1923
An impressive feat of strength and balance by a pair of the Daros acrobats. He holds a woman in the air by her right ankle

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Step right up and enter the magical world of the circus. 🎪✨ From Elsie on Hassan to Laura Knight's stunning artwork, every corner is filled with wonder. The enchantment continues as we explore Wombwells Menagerie, where exotic creatures captivate our imagination. As night falls in London's Piccadilly Circus during the swinging 1960s, a dazzling display of lights illuminates the cityscape. Sir Alan Cobham's National Aviation Day Campaign poster takes flight, reminding us that even in this bustling metropolis, dreams can soar high above. But amidst all the excitement, a little child asks "Please, Mr Policeman, where is Father Christmas?" Matania's heartwarming illustration reminds us that joy and innocence are at the heart of this spectacle. Traveling back in time brings us face to face with ancient Roman costumes and their grandeur. We marvel at their elaborate attire as they perform death-defying feats under the big top. And who could forget about the flea circus? A miniature marvel that proves size doesn't matter when it comes to entertainment. These tiny performers defy expectations and leave audiences astounded. The sideshow posters beckon us closer; one featuring Celesta Geyer known as Jolly Dolly Dimple captures our attention. Her talents amaze spectators as she showcases her unique skills within this vibrant world of oddities and curiosities. Stepping into Piccadilly Circus in 1956 transports us back to an era filled with nostalgia. The hustle and bustle of city life intertwines with laughter and applause from delighted onlookers - a true feast for all senses. Taking inspiration from General Lew Wallace's epic tale Ben-Hur, we witness chariot races unfold before our eyes. The thunderous hooves pounding against ancient sands create an adrenaline-fueled atmosphere like no other. Finally, we find ourselves once again surrounded by neon lights in Piccadilly Circus at night.