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Victorian Scrap - Circus Clown Feeding the Baby
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Victorian Scrap - Circus Clown Feeding the Baby
Victorian Scrap - Circus Clown Feeding the Baby.
late 19th century
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This enchanting late 19th century photograph, titled "Victorian Scrap - Circus Clown Feeding the Baby," captures the whimsical and playful moment between a circus clown and a baby. The clown, dressed in an elaborate, colorful costume with a painted face, cradles the infant in one arm while offering a bottle from a wicker basket with the other. The baby, dressed in a frilly white outfit, gazes up at the clown with a curious expression. The background is filled with scraps of fabric, paper, and other decorative elements, adding to the chaotic and lively atmosphere of the circus. The clown's costume, with its exaggerated features and comic elements, is reminiscent of the traditional circus clowns of the Victorian era. The use of wickerwork in the basket adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to the image, contrasting with the playful and humorous scene unfolding in the foreground. This photograph is a delightful representation of the entertainment provided by circus performers during the Victorian era. The clown's role as a comic figure and caregiver highlights the dual nature of circus performances - they could be both entertaining and nurturing, providing laughter and joy to audiences while also offering a sense of comfort and connection to the human experience. The image invites us to imagine the wonder and excitement that a trip to the circus would have brought to people during this time, and to appreciate the enduring appeal of circus performances as a source of humor and delight.
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