Slapstick Collection

Film still of the The Three Stooges. American comedians
THREE STOOGES: FILM STILL. Film still of the The Three Stooges. American comedians

Scaramouche with Mr Punch, 1828 (engraving)
5320760 Scaramouche with Mr Punch, 1828 (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: From the Tragical Comedy or Comical Tragedy of Punch)

Satirical subject with characters from the Commedia dell
CTS413003 Satirical subject with characters from the Commedia dell Arte (pen & brown ink on paper) by Guercino (Giovanni Francesco Barbieri) (1591-1666); 18.3x27 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

Father tries the Lockstep (b / w photo)
3102763 Father tries the Lockstep (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Father tries the Lockstep)

Mr Buckstone as Lancelot Gobbo, Act II Scene 2, in The Merchant of Venice by William
STC134751 Mr Buckstone as Lancelot Gobbo, Act II Scene 2, in The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare (1564-1616) (engraving) by English School

The doctor with Mr Punch, 1828 (engraving)
5320761 The doctor with Mr Punch, 1828 (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: From the Tragical Comedy or Comical Tragedy of Punch)

Judy urges Mr Punch to take the child, 1828 (engraving)
5320759 Judy urges Mr Punch to take the child, 1828 (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

Over the Garden Wall (photo)
724569 Over the Garden Wall (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Over the Garden Wall. Humorous postcard. Caption reads: Grand finale)

Punch in the Drawing Room, 1871 (engraving)
5320764 Punch in the Drawing Room, 1871 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From The Graphic, 25 December 1871.); English, out of copyright

Charlie Chaplin, 1926 (colour litho)
473330 Charlie Chaplin, 1926 (colour litho) by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Charles Spencer Charlie Chaplin (1889-1977)

Two clowns, August and September (b / w photo)
5999906 Two clowns, August and September (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two clowns, August and September)

The Guignol Theatre on the Champs Elysees, 1856 (colour litho)
CHT174854 The Guignol Theatre on the Champs Elysees, 1856 (colour litho) by Guerard, Eugene Charles Francois (1821-66); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The cast of the play Nightmare Rock at Newcastle Playhouse 1 February 1984 - Diane Langton stars

His Last False Step, 1919
SILENT FILM STILL: PARTIES. His Last False Step, 1919

McKennas Flirtation by Edgar Selden
Inside pages of a promotional flyer for McKennas Flirtation by Edgar Selden. First produced at the Opera House, Coventry, 1st August 1892

Charlie Chaplin - English comic actor
Charles Charlie Chaplin (1889-1977) - English comic film actor, director and composer, most notably of the silent film era. Date: 1926

The Outsider by H. H. Harris
Humorous illustration showing an episode during the Grand National at Aintree - as all the jockeys and their mounts take a jump

Comic event at a local fair
A comic event at a local fair, involving a wheelbarrow race and a falling bucket of water

MARKED MONEY, 1928. Scene from the film Marked Money, directed by Spencer Gordon Bennett, 1928

Silent Still: Policeman

CARTOON: FALLING, 1879. A Pair of Bachelor Slippers. Cartoon, American, 1879

BARBER SHOP, 19th CENTURY. A sporty barbershop on a rainy day. American newspaper illustration, late 19th century

Barrel Woman
United States: c. 1915 A woman on the beach with only an old barrel to cover her body

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"Slapstick: A Hilarious Journey Through Comedy's Timeless Art" Step into the world of slapstick, where laughter reigns supreme and comedic genius takes center stage. From McKennas Flirtation by Edgar Selden to Hardie & Von Leers Comedian, this genre has captivated audiences for centuries. Picture yourself in a bustling fairground, surrounded by the uproarious antics of Punch and Judy. Scaramouche with Mr Punch comes alive through an enchanting 1828 engraving, while The hangman arrives to punish Mr Punch adds a touch of dark humor to this timeless tale. Delve deeper into the rich history as satirical subjects from the Commedia dell'Arte grace your imagination. These characters have transcended time, leaving us in stitches with their mischievous escapades. Witness Father trying the Lockstep in a black-and-white photo that captures both absurdity and physical comedy. Meanwhile, Mr Buckstone shines as Lancelot Gobbo in Act II Scene 2 of The Merchant of Venice – his impeccable timing and exaggerated gestures bringing Shakespearean humor to life. The doctor joins forces with Mr Punch in another delightful 1828 engraving, showcasing their hilarious chemistry. And who can forget Mr Punch on Hector the Horse or Judy urging him to take care of their child? These engravings transport us back to a whimsical era filled with laughter and chaos. Over the Garden Wall offers a glimpse into slapstick's influence on popular culture – reminding us that its charm continues to entertain even today. Finally, immerse yourself in Punch's world as he invades the Drawing Room through an intricate 1871 engraving – proving that no setting is safe from his outrageous shenanigans. Slapstick remains an art form cherished across generations; it tickles our funny bones while shedding light on human folly. So sit back, relax, and prepare for a side-splitting journey through the timeless world comedy.