Ringling Bros Collection

CIRCUS POSTER, 1920s. American poster, 1920s, for Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey circus

CIRCUS POSTER, 1920s. American poster for Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey circus, 1920s

CIRCUS POSTER, c1950. Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus poster, c1950, when the three-ring circus still performed under a tent

GARGANTUA CIRCUS POSTER. Gargantua the Great on an American circus poster, 1938

CIRCUS POSTER, 1899. Equestrienne Ada Castello on an American circus poster, c1899

Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circus, with world famous acrobats (colour litho)
3656547 Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circus, with world famous acrobats (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

CIRCUS ADVERTISEMENT, 1936. Poster for the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus in Alabama. Photograph by Walker Evans, 1936

CIRCUS POSTER, 1942. Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus poster by E. McKnight Kauffer, 1942, featuring " 50 famous elephants with beautiful girls" in a ballet composed by Igor

FLORIDA: FISHERMEN, 1938. A fishing wharf in Lower Matecumbe Key, Florida. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, January 1938

LILLIAN LEITZEL (1892-1931). German acrobat and strongwoman for the Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus. Photographed helping Dolly Jahn celebrate her birthday in a circus tent

CIRCUS POSTER, c1899. Ringling Bros. Crandall and his comic burlesque equestrian act on his riding mule Thunderbolt. Chromolithograph, c1899

CIRCUS POSTER, 1899. The Rough Riders charging on an American patriotic poster for Ringling Brothers Circus, 1899

AMERICAN CIRCUS POSTER. American circus poster, 1905

CIRCUS POSTER, 1940s. American circus poster

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Step right up and step back in time to the mesmerizing world of Ringling Bros. This iconic American circus, which joined forces with Barnum & Bailey, captivated audiences throughout the 1920s under their magnificent big top. The vibrant circus posters from this era transport us to a bygone era filled with wonder and excitement. One such poster from the 1920s showcases the grandeur and Barnum & Bailey Circus. With its bold colors and captivating imagery, it beckons spectators to witness awe-inspiring acrobats soaring through the air, defying gravity itself. The tented spectacle was a sight to behold as families gathered under its canopy, eagerly awaiting each breathtaking act. In another striking poster from 1938, we are introduced to Gargantua the Great - a legendary figure who loomed large over American circuses during that time. His imposing presence on this poster hints at his immense strength and power that left audiences in awe. The enchanting equestrienne Ada Castello takes center stage in yet another vintage poster dating back to 1899. Her gracefulness atop her majestic horse captures hearts as she effortlessly performs daring stunts that leave spectators breathless. Fast forward to 1942 when Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus collaborated with renowned artists E. McKnight Kauffer for an extraordinary production featuring not only fifty famous elephants but also beautiful girls dancing in a ballet composed by none other than Igor Stravinsky himself. This unique blend of artistry showcased the boundless creativity within this timeless institution. Lillian Leitzel, a German acrobat known for her incredible strength, is celebrated in our next glimpse into history. As one of Ringling Brothers' star performers during the early twentieth century, she dazzled crowds with her jaw-dropping feats of athleticism that pushed boundaries like never before. But let's not forget about Crandall.