Travelling Players Collection

The Kermesse (panel)
HGM81089 The Kermesse (panel) by Beest, Sybrandt van (1610-74); 22.5x29 cm; Haags Gemeentemuseum, The Hague, Netherlands; eKunstmuseum den Haag; Dutch, out of copyright

Fair with a Theatrical Presentation, c. 1600 (oil on panel) (detail)
PWI127301 Fair with a Theatrical Presentation, c.1600 (oil on panel) (detail) by Brueghel, Pieter the Younger (c.1564-1638); 111x164.5 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

The Travelling Show
NOO56917 The Travelling Show by Barraud, Francis (fl.1878-d.1924); Private Collection; Photo eJohn Noott Galleries, Broadway, Worcestershire, UK; English, out of copyright

Actors at a Village Fair
RAF63502 Actors at a Village Fair by Beelt, Cornelis (1660-c.1702); Private Collection; Photo eRafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; Dutch, out of copyright

The Statute Fair, exh. 1871 (oil on board)
WAG13325 The Statute Fair, exh.1871 (oil on board) by Faed, John (1820-1902); Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands, UK; eWolverhampton Art Gallery; Scottish, out of copyright

A Harlequin Entertaining (oil on canvas)
RAF132069 A Harlequin Entertaining (oil on canvas) by Anthonis, Willem Anthonissone (17th century); Private Collection; Photo eRafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; French, out of copyright

Itinerant Musicians playing in a poor part of town (w / c on paper)
STC205073 Itinerant Musicians playing in a poor part of town (w/c on paper) by Sandby, Paul (1725-1809); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

The Four Seasons: Winter (oil on canvas)
BAL2974 The Four Seasons: Winter (oil on canvas) by Vrancx, Sebastian (1573-1647); Private Collection; Flemish, out of copyright

The Guilbray Fair and the Cattle Market (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR182918 The Guilbray Fair and the Cattle Market (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Comical Romance by Paul Scarron (1610-60) (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF137482 The Comical Romance by Paul Scarron (1610-60) (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Kermesse with Theatre and Procession (oil on panel)
BAL106912 Kermesse with Theatre and Procession (oil on panel) by Brueghel, Pieter the Younger (c.1564-1638); 111x162 cm; Musees Royaux d Art et d Histoire, Brussels, Belgium; Flemish, out of copyright

Fair with Theatrical Presentation, (oil on panel) c. 1600
BAL140816 Fair with Theatrical Presentation, (oil on panel) c.1600 by Brueghel, Pieter the Younger (c.1564-1638); 111x164.5 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

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"Journeying through Time and Tales: The Enchanting World of Travelling Players" Step into a vibrant tapestry of entertainment as we delve into the captivating realm of travelling players. From the lively Kermesse panel to the theatrical presentation at a fair in 1600, these glimpses into history transport us to an era where merriment and performance intertwined. Immerse yourself in "The Travelling Show, " where actors brought their talents to village fairs, enchanting audiences with their artistry. Witness the hustle and bustle of "Actors at a Village Fair, " as they captivate onlookers with their spellbinding performances. Intriguingly, even statutory fairs became stages for these wandering performers. As depicted in "The Statute Fair, " exh. 1871, oil on board painting, these talented individuals found solace amidst cattle markets and bustling crowds. Enter the world of Harlequin himself in "A Harlequin Entertaining. " This whimsical oil on canvas painting captures his mischievous antics that delighted spectators throughout centuries past. Travelling musicians also played a vital role in this enthralling narrative. In "Itinerant Musicians playing in a poor part of town, " watercolor on paper reveals how melodies filled impoverished corners, bringing joy to those who needed it most. As seasons changed, so did the settings for these captivating shows. Discover winter's allure in "The Four Seasons: Winter, " an evocative oil on canvas piece that showcases how travelling players adapted their craft according to nature's whims. From London's bustling streets captured by "A London Fair" circa 1730 to rural landscapes portrayed by engravings like "The Guilbray Fair and Cattle Market, " this diverse collection unveils how travelling players traversed various terrains while leaving behind traces of awe-inspiring performances. Finally, be transported back through time with "The Comical Romance" by Paul Scarron.