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Barry, the Clown, on the Thames, 1844. Creator: Unknown
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Barry, the Clown, on the Thames, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Barry, the Clown, on the Thames, 1844. Scene on the River Thames in London:an eccentric feat of very rare, though not unprecedented enactment. Mr. [Thomas] Barry, one of the clowns at Astleys theatre...announced his intention of sailing from Vauxhall-bridge to Westminster-bridge in a washing-tub, drawn by four geese. The crowd assembled to witness this strange undertaking, was very great...Mr. Barry, in his clowns dress, and accompanied by several of his friends, arrived at the bridge, and...stepped into his tub and proceeded on his " voyage". The tide being in his favour he went along smoothly enough, and he had but little difficulty in making the geese swim in their proper course. An immense number of boats accompanied this strange water party, and the intrepid voyageur having disembarked at Westminster-bridge amidst loud cheers, proceeded to the theatre. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V
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Barry, the Clown, on the Thames, 1844 - A Whimsical Water Adventure
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. In this print from 1844, we witness an eccentric feat that defies all expectations. The scene unfolds on the iconic River Thames in London as Mr. Thomas Barry, a renowned clown at Astleys theatre, embarks on a truly extraordinary voyage. Dressed in his vibrant clown attire and accompanied by a group of friends, Barry fearlessly steps into a humble washing-tub transformed into a makeshift boat. What sets this spectacle apart is its unconventional mode of propulsion - four geese harnessed to pull him along the river's current. As word spreads about this peculiar undertaking, an immense crowd gathers along the riverbanks to witness history unfold before their eyes. With favorable tides guiding his path and skillfully maneuvering his avian companions through the waterways, Mr. Barry smoothly glides towards Westminster-bridge amidst cheers and applause. The image captures not only the audacity of Barry's stunt but also showcases London's bustling atmosphere during that era. Numerous boats accompany this strange water party while flags flutter proudly in honor of Britain and its rich heritage. This engraving from "Illustrated London News" serves as both documentation and entertainment for readers of that time period. It encapsulates the spirit of Victorian-era entertainment with its blend of humor and daring acts performed by talented individuals like Mr. Thomas Barry – forever etching their names in history as true pioneers of amusement.
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