Acrobatics Collection (page 9)

Real College Swingers
Hollywood, California: 1938. Margaret Randall and Marion Weldon swing Paula De Cardo as a human jump rope for Gwen Kenyon to celebrate the completion of the Paramount picture, College Swing

A Lancaster flanked by a Spitfire and a Hurricane over Cosford yesterday. Cosford Air Show. 1998

Robin with egg on a Christmas and New Year card
Robin balancing an egg on its beak on a Christmas and New Year card. Date: circa 1890s

Moscow State Circus in Cornwall
Members of the Moscow State Circus performing near St Austell in Cornwall. Date: 1970s

Small crowd watching four circus performers in the street, one cycling on unicycle, one dressed as a clown lifting his hat, one juggling colourful rings

France-Paris-Feature-Dance
A woman poses while doing the splits near the Louvre Pyramid in Paris on January 17, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / LIONEL BONAVENTURE

Bahrain-Air Show
Breitling Wingwalkers display team perform during the opening of the Bahrain International Airshow 2014, in Sakhir, south of the capital Manama, on January 16, 2014

The Sky Devils Air Circus Poster
Poster, The Sky Devils Air Circus, Great 1944 Display, 10 years ahead of its time! Come and win 500. Issued by Air Pageants Ltd. 1944

Sally Rand combines a hand stand with the splits
San Francisco, California: 1939. Sally Rand combines a hand stand with the splits at the Golden Gate International Exhibition on Treasure Island in San Francisco

A youth performs an armstand on the streets of Trujillo in northern Peru. Kids performing acrobatics for change from passing motorists are a common scene in Perus third largest city

Picture No. 11992938
Jack Russell Terrier - adult male sitting on its haunche - Germany Date:

Picture No. 11992937
Jack Russell Terrier - adult male sitting on its haunche - Germany Date:

Native acrobats, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India
Native acrobats in action, one on a tightrope, Jabalpur (Jubbulpore), Madhya Pradesh, India. Date: circa 1930s

Greek Hydria depicting an auletris, two dancers playing
Greek pottery with red figures. Hydria depicting an auletris, two dancers playing zills and other doing acrobatics in a house of heteras. After auletris, a man leaning on his staff, raising his hand

Acrobats on a Victorian scrap
Acrobats in various poses on a Victorian scrap. Date: circa 1890s

Athletes and sportsmen on a sheet of Victorian scraps. Date: circa 1890s

Circus performer on three horses on a Victorian scrap
Circus performer riding on three horses on a Victorian scrap. Date: circa 1890s

Circus performer on horse on a Victorian scrap
Circus performer on the back of a horse on a Victorian scrap. Date: circa 1890s

Happy Families Playing Cards - Miss Strong the Weight Lifters Daughter. circa 1930s

Four frog acrobats on a New Year card. Date: circa 1890s

Cartoon, Acrobatics. Is he an air ace? No, hes just a guy with love troubles ! Date: 1919

Leaflet cover, Souvenir of The Cossacks -- acrobatics on horseback. Date: circa 1950s

Acrobatic clown on a Christmas card
Acrobatic clown in a colourful costume on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Three hungry puppies on a Christmas card, contriving to get hold of the Christmas goose from the pantry cupboard. Date: circa 1890s

Victorian Scrap, acrobat and clown. circa 1880s

Actress Freda Wyn doing handstand in cat costume
Freda Wyn, English actress (aka Winifred A Ryeland, 1916-1989), doing a handstand on stage in her cat costume during rehearsals for a pantomime, Puss in Boots

Boys doing handstands on a Balham street, SW London
Two boys doing handstands against a brick wall on a Balham street, SW London. Date: circa 1961

Roseray and Capella at the Embassy Club
An Embassy Thrill - the Dancers Roseray and Capella. Roseray and Capella, the cabaret stars of the Embassy Club pictured performing some of their act which combined acrobatics with dance

Japanese acrobats at the circus, Olympia, London
A fascinating turn by Japanese acrobats at the circus at Olympia, London. Date: 1921

Boy Scout activities in Afghanistan, in the scouting magazine Jamboree, April 1933. Date: circa 1930s

Two child acrobats, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Acrobat on a pole, with drummer below, India
An acrobat at the top of a pole, with a drummer below, India. Date: circa 1890s

Nursery Rhymes -- Old Mother Hubbard, Peter Piper
Nursery Rhymes. Old Mother Hubbard (above) -- She went to the tavern for white wine and red, and when she came back the dog stood on his head

Boys doing acrobatics in a field
Groups of boys doing acrobatics in a field

Acrobat in green leotard and shoes balancing on tightrope near the roof of circus tent high above barely visible crowd

Three colourful juggling pins, front view

Stunt rider standing on motorbike, front wheel raised, side view

Illustration, five parachutists in formation, view from above

Acro ski slope

Astleys Arena and Amphitheatre (engraving)
XJF869854 Astleys Arena and Amphitheatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Mr Ducrow the Equestrian Performer at Astleys Amphitheatre, circa 1840 (engraving)
XJF869853 Mr Ducrow the Equestrian Performer at Astleys Amphitheatre, circa 1840 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Broncho Bills Circus, Birmingham c. 1890-1910 (colour litho)
BAL5390 Broncho Bills Circus, Birmingham c.1890-1910 (colour litho) by English School; Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Jacob Hall, the famous Rope Dancer, 1792 (engraving)
XJF396600 Jacob Hall, the famous Rope Dancer, 1792 (engraving) by Van Oost the Younger, Jacob (1639-1713) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Performances of the famous Mr. Maddox at Sadlers Wells, July 1752 (litho)
XJF270050 The Performances of the famous Mr. Maddox at Sadlers Wells, July 1752 (litho) (b/w photo) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Spring Board, illustration from a facsimilie of Excercises in Leaping and Vaulting
KW260622 The Spring Board, illustration from a facsimilie of Excercises in Leaping and Vaulting, by A. Tuccaro, published 1599

Somersaults, illustration from a facsimilie of Excercises in Leaping and Vaulting, by A
KW260621 Somersaults, illustration from a facsimilie of Excercises in Leaping and Vaulting, by A. Tuccaro, published 1599

Feastday, St. Marks Square (oil on canvas)
XIR19996 Feastday, St. Marks Square (oil on canvas) by Bella, Gabriele (1730-1799); Galleria Querini-Stampalia, Venice, Italy; (add.info.: Fete du Jeudi Gras, Piazzetta di San Marco; ); Italian

Three men balancing on two gondolas, 1772 (w / c on paper)
XIR203352 Three men balancing on two gondolas, 1772 (w/c on paper) by Italian School, (18th century); Museo Correr, Venice, Italy; (add.info.: trois equilibristes sur deux gondoles; ); Italian

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"Captivating Acrobatics: A Journey Through Time and Talent" Step right up and witness the awe-inspiring world of acrobatics. From the daring stunts of the International Air Rally Poster 1937 to the whimsical charm of a Christmas card with a clown on a tightrope, this captivating art form has enthralled audiences for centuries. In an era where health is paramount, acrobats remind us to be healthy by being even healthier. Their incredible strength and agility inspire us to push our limits and strive for physical excellence. Just like Lillian Leitzel, the German Circus acrobat and strongwoman who defied expectations with her mesmerizing performances. But it's not just professionals who amaze us; children doing handstands on a Balham street in SW London show that acrobatic talent knows no age limit. Their youthful energy brings joy to our hearts as they fearlessly defy gravity. Even in times of war, such as depicted in Bruce Bairnsfather's WW1 cartoon "In the support trench, " acrobatics provide solace amidst chaos. The resilience displayed by these performers reminds us that even in dark times, there is always room for lightness and grace. Whether it's a male gymnast exercising on a pommel horse or acrobats juggling, walking tightropes, and balancing on unicycles under the watchful eye of a smiling ringmaster in a circus ring - every act showcases dedication, discipline, and sheer determination. The allure transcends borders; from Popular Aviation Magazine cover designs to India's First Aerial Pageant posters – its universal appeal captivates people worldwide. It speaks volumes about our shared fascination with human potential and our desire to witness extraordinary feats unfold before our eyes. So let your imagination soar as you delve into this enchanting world filled with breathtaking flips, twists, turns, balance acts that defy logic, and gravity-defying spectacles.