Comedic Collection

Cervantess Don Quixote in his library, 1863 French edition. Don Quixote reading books on chivalry in his library before setting out on his quest

Handbill advertising a performance of Hamlet at the Theatre, Leeds
5917334 Handbill advertising a performance of Hamlet at the Theatre, Leeds, 9th November 1843 (print) by English School, (19th century)

A poster advertising Daisy Yates, Always Blooming. Date: C. 1913

Orlando and the Wrestler, from As You Like It by William Shakespeare, engraved Charles W
XYC277387 Orlando and the Wrestler, from As You Like It by William Shakespeare, engraved Charles W. Sharpe (coloured engraving) by Maclise

Merry Merry by Harlan Thompson
Promotional postcard for Merry Merry by Harlan Thompson; music Harry Archer (Vanderbilt Theatre, New York, 24th September 1925). First produced in England at the Carleton Theatre, 28th February 1929

Cartoon depicting the courtship between a man and woman being conducted over the telephone, 19th century
5308763 Cartoon depicting the courtship between a man and woman being conducted over the telephone, 19th century; (add.info)

A football match
5307994 A football match.; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting a football match between amateurs. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A football match
5307991 A football match.; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting a football match between amateurs. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A pickpocket distracting his victim
5307989 A pickpocket distracting his victim.; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting a pickpocket distracting his victim with a small refracting telescope)

Cartoon depicting an old lady using an ear trumpet
5308861 Cartoon depicting an old lady using an ear trumpet; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting an old lady using an ear trumpet)

The lack of comfort on railway transport
5308182 The lack of comfort on railway transport.; (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on the lack of comfort on railway transport - a skinny gentleman is squashed between other fat passengers)

The grapple of a hot-air balloon catching a large man's belt
3585996 The grapple of a hot-air balloon catching a large man's belt; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting the grapple of a hot-air balloon catching a large man's belt)

The submarine electric telegraph cable
5308077 The submarine electric telegraph cable.; (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on the submarine electric telegraph cable connecting France and England. Dated 19th century)

Musical Score for 'The Barber of Seville' by Gioachino Rossini (litho)
FAT2909800 Musical Score for 'The Barber of Seville' by Gioachino Rossini (litho) by Italian School, (19th century); (add.info.: The Barber of Seville, or The Futile Precaution)

Cartoon commenting on the pollution of the Thames in London, 19th century
5308810 Cartoon commenting on the pollution of the Thames in London, 19th century; (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on the pollution of the Thames in London)

Cartoon depicting Mr Punch reviewing the British Navy, with Dog Toby, as part of the Spithead Review which marked Queen
5308764 Cartoon depicting Mr Punch reviewing the British Navy, with Dog Toby, as part of the Spithead Review which marked Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee

Bohemian Club (of San Francisco) - Bohemian Grove
Bohemian Club (of San Francisco) Bohemian Grove Open-air Theatre crowd and orchestra during " Low Jinx". Every year, the club hosts a two-week-long (three weekends) camp at Bohemian Grove

Commedia dell arte Characters
Four Characters from Commedia dell arte, an improvised kind of popular comedy in Italian theatres in the 16th18th centuries, based on stock characters

Great Blue Heron standing next to a No Parking Any Time sign

Starfish couple vacationing in Florida

Barbados, snowman made out of sand

Barbados, snowman on top of a coconut at the beach

Double-crested Cormorant landing on water

Photographer explains the posing machine in his studio
The cartoon follows a photographer explaining and poking fun at the posing machine used when capturing portraits in a studio.He comments on getting people to sit for a photograph is an art form in

Cicely Courtneidge and Jack Hulbert
Cicely Courtneidge (1893-1980) and her husband Jack Hulbert (1892-1978) appearing in their latest film Jack's The Boy'. Date: 1932

Sydney Fairbrother and George Robey
Character actors Sydney Fairbrother (1873-1941) and George Robey, also known as George Wade (1869-1954) playing Mrs and Mr Bindle

Comedic Illustration
A comedic naval illustration showing two men wearing sea faring attire, one of them is spitting out a fish, with a bite taken out of it, captioned, he did not like it. Date: circa 1922

Cecile Sorel, French actress
Cecile Sorel (1873-1966) was a French comic actress, noted for her extravagant costumes, and here being feted as the best dressed woman in Europe. Date: circa 1910

The chaotic state of Charing Cross station
5308307 The chaotic state of Charing Cross station. by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925); (add.info.: Cartoon depicting the chaotic state of Charing Cross station)

Board schools
5308010 Board schools. by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925); (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on board schools. The professional classes feared that universal publicly funded education would create too many)

Golf craze comes to Yapps Crossing (litho)
6001744 Golf craze comes to Yapps Crossing (litho) by Gruelle, John B. (1880-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Golf craze comes to Yapps Crossing)

Local feature at the movie theatre, Yapps Crossing (litho)
6001715 Local feature at the movie theatre, Yapps Crossing (litho) by Gruelle, John B. (1880-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Local feature at the movie theatre, Yapps Crossing)

New family moving into a house at Yapps Crossing (litho)
6001662 New family moving into a house at Yapps Crossing (litho) by Gruelle, John B. (1880-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: New family moving into a house at Yapps Crossing)

Hunting at Yapps Crossing (litho)
6001716 Hunting at Yapps Crossing (litho) by Gruelle, John B. (1880-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hunting at Yapps Crossing. Illustration for Judges Magazine, 1915.); © Look and Learn

A day at the beach down south (litho)
6001695 A day at the beach down south (litho) by Gruelle, John B. (1880-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: A day at the beach down south)

Cartoon depicting a journey to San Francisco across America (litho)
6001681 Cartoon depicting a journey to San Francisco across America (litho) by Gruelle, John B. (1880-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

A tennis craze takes over the streets (litho)
6001745 A tennis craze takes over the streets (litho) by Kahles, Charles William (1878-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: A tennis craze takes over the streets)

People going to the movie theatre at Yapps Crossing (litho)
6001728 People going to the movie theatre at Yapps Crossing (litho) by Kahles, Charles William (1878-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: People going to the movie theatre at Yapps Crossing)

Cartoon depicting how the United States is seen around the world (litho)
6001723 Cartoon depicting how the United States is seen around the world (litho) by Kahles, Charles William (1878-1931); Private Collection; (add.info)

Catching June Brides in prehistoric times (litho)
6001666 Catching June Brides in prehistoric times (litho) by Gruelle, John B. (1880-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Catching June Brides in prehistoric times)

May Day at the school (litho)
6001659 May Day at the school (litho) by Gruelle, John B. (1880-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: May Day at the school. Illustration for Judges Magazine, 1915.); © Look and Learn

A chimney sweep gets soot over the white uniform of a housemaid (colour litho)
5238718 A chimney sweep gets soot over the white uniform of a housemaid (colour litho) by Carter, Reg (1886-1949); Private Collection; (add.info)

The husking bee at Yapps Crossing (social gathering to husk corn) (litho)
6001737 The husking bee at Yapps Crossing (social gathering to husk corn) (litho) by Gruelle, John B. (1880-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cartoon depicting the first jitney (taxi) between Yahoo Centre and Yapps Crossing (litho)
6001712 Cartoon depicting the first jitney (taxi) between Yahoo Centre and Yapps Crossing (litho) by Gruelle, John B. (1880-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

Summer picnic at Yapps Crossing (litho)
6001655 Summer picnic at Yapps Crossing (litho) by Gruelle, John B. (1880-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Summer picnic at Yapps Crossing)

Fourth of July celebrations at Yapps Crossing (litho)
6001749 Fourth of July celebrations at Yapps Crossing (litho) by Gruelle, John B. (1880-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fourth of July celebrations at Yapps Crossing)

Cartoon depicting characters celebrating Thanksgiving (litho)
6001705 Cartoon depicting characters celebrating Thanksgiving (litho) by Gruelle, John B. (1880-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting characters celebrating Thanksgiving)

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"Step into the world of laughter and entertainment with Daisy Yates, the queen of comedy. This hilarious poster will have you rolling on the floor with laughter as she brings her unique brand of humor to the stage. " "Join Don Quixote in his library for a comedic adventure like no other. Cervantes' iconic character takes a break from his knightly quests to indulge in some side-splitting comedy that will leave you in stitches. " "Don't miss out on this uproarious performance of Hamlet at the Theatre, Leeds. This handbill promises an unforgettable night filled with witty banter, clever wordplay, and plenty of laughs. " "Introducing Fashion Dog - the four-legged comedian who knows how to strut their stuff. Get ready for a tail-wagging good time as this stylish pooch takes center stage and proves that fashion can be funny too. " "McKennas Flirtation by Edgar Selden is a comedic masterpiece that guarantees non-stop laughter. Hardie & Von Leers Comedian bring this hilarious play to life, delivering punchlines and slapstick moments that will have you doubled over with mirth. " "Merry Merry by Harlan Thompson is a riotous romp through absurdity and hilarity. Brace yourself for an evening filled with outrageous characters, comical situations, and endless chuckles. " "Orlando and the Wrestler from As You Like It by William Shakespeare come together in this engraved illustration by Charles W. Prepare yourself for belly-aching laughter as these larger-than-life characters engage in humorous antics that defy expectations. " "Cicely Courtneidge and Jack Hulbert are here to tickle your funny bone. These legendary comedians know just how to deliver side-splitting performances that will keep you laughing long after the curtain falls. " "Spend an evening with Sydney Fairbrother and George Robey - two comedic powerhouses who promise an unforgettable night of laughter. Their chemistry on stage is electric, and their comedic timing is unmatched.