Swallower Collection

The Indian Jugglers (coloured engraving)
583624 The Indian Jugglers (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Indian Jugglers; published 1 October 1813)

Rattlesnake, hummingbirds and fireflies
The rattlesnake, Crotalus cerastes 55, Trochilinae hummingbirds 56 and man reading a book by the light of fireflies in a vial 57. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rev

Sword-Swallowing (litho)
KDC384153 Sword-Swallowing (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: avaleur de sabres; ); English, out of copyright

Boxes of the Thle wekwe, Sword Swallower Fraternity, Zuni nation. Chromolithograph by August Hoen from John Wesley Powells 23rd Annual Report of the Bureau of American Ethnology, Washington, 1904

Sword of the Thle wekwe, Sword Swallower Fraternity, Zuni nation. Chromolithograph by August Hoen from John Wesley Powells 23rd Annual Report of the Bureau of American Ethnology, Washington, 1904

Indian sword swallower in Paris, 1816. An assistant holds a sword to show its length (18 inches), and another takes something from a box of tricks

Indian street entertainers including a sword swallower, jugglers and acrobat. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Andrea Bernieri after Francois Solvyns from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient

Sword-Swallowing (engraving)
3627656 Sword-Swallowing (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sword-Swallowing. Illustration for The Picture Magazine, 1893.); © Look and Learn

Entertainment : Sword Swallowing. Maurice Jarvis, 35, Demonstrates to the amazed nurses at Langthorne Hospital. July 1953 D3450

A man who never stops to attract a crowd in the streets of London, with his little table on which he feasts upon small objects. Swallowing pebbles, nails, broken glass and similar delicacies

Sword swallower, Canton, China
A sword swallowing street performer with an audience of young men on a quayside beside the Pearl River in Canton, also known as Guangzhou. He points at the camera

Mechanical Pieces, Plate 186, showing a range of items including a bird tree with clock, a monkey conjuror or magician, a sleeping beauty, a woman at a sewing machine, a bird in a cage

Theatrical reflection, or a peep at the looking glass curtain at the Royal Coburg Theatre, engraving 1820, the mirrored curtain reflecting the audience at the Royal Coburg Theatre (Old Vic Theatre)

Theatrical Reflection, Or A Peep At The Looking Glass Curtain At The Royal Coburg Theatre, Engraving 1820, The Mirrored Curtain Reflecting The Audience At The Royal Coburg Theatre (old Vic Theatre)

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"The Enigmatic Art of Sword Swallowing: A Captivating Spectacle Across Cultures" Step into the mesmerizing world of sword swallowing, where danger and awe intertwine in a breathtaking display. This captivating art form has transcended time and borders, leaving audiences spellbound throughout history. In an enchanting coloured engraving titled "The Indian Jugglers, " we catch a glimpse of the mystique surrounding these performers. Their skillful manipulation of rattlesnakes, hummingbirds, and fireflies leaves onlookers astounded. Lithographs showcasing "Sword-Swallowing" reveal the audacious act itself - a performer fearlessly guiding a gleaming blade down their throat. The Thle wekwe Sword Swallower Fraternity presents boxes containing secrets to this perilous craft, while the Thle wekwe Sword symbolizes their unity and mastery. Travel back to 1816 Paris with an Indian sword swallower who captivated audiences with his daring feats. These street entertainers have long been admired for their ability to command attention wherever they go. Even in bustling London streets, one man never fails to attract crowds with his extraordinary talent. Venturing further eastward, witness a Cantonese sword swallower from China effortlessly defy human limitations. Mechanical pieces depicted in Plate 186 hint at how this ancient art continues to evolve through innovation and creativity. Amidst all the wonderment lies Maurice Jarvis - an entertainer who astounds nurses with his prowess in "Entertainment: Sword Swallowing. " His demonstrations leave medical professionals amazed by both his physical dexterity and mental fortitude. From ancient civilizations to modern times, sword swallowing remains an enigma that enthralls us all, and is an art that defies logic and challenges our perception of what is possible. So next time you witness this astonishing spectacle, let yourself be transported into a realm where bravery meets showmanship, and where the impossible becomes a reality.