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The Co-Optimists
The Co-Optimists is the title of a stage variety revue which opened in London on 27 June 1921at the Royalty Theatre but quickly transferred to the much larger Palace Theatre. The Co-Optimists pierrotic entertainment went through six editions between 1922 and 1927. They could be considered the successors to The Follies. The best known member of the original company was Stanley Holloway who achieved international fame in the film of My Fair Lady. The artist of this striking image is Hugh Willoughby (1891-1973). Date: 1920s
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Clown Clowns Collars Frilled Frilly Hands Held Hugh Pierrot Plump Revue Skull Skullcap Willoughby 1921
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Bring a touch of vintage charm to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs, featuring the iconic image of "The Co-Optimists" cast from the 1921 London revue. This high-quality mug showcases the classic poster design from Mary Evans Prints Online, transporting you back in time with every sip. Perfect for tea or coffee, these sturdy mugs are a unique and thoughtful gift for any theater lover or collector. Add a personal touch by gifting a mug with a cherished photograph or design, making each drink a delightful journey through memory lane.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8.1cm high x 9.6cm diameter (3.2" x 3.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image showcases the whimsical and enchanting world of The Co-Optimists, a pierrotic entertainment revue that graced the stages of London's Royalty Theatre on June 27, 1921, before transferring to the larger Palace Theatre. The Co-Optimists, which went through six editions between 1922 and 1927, were considered the successors to the popular Follies. The pierrot-inspired production was known for its frilly collars, flamboyant costumes, and light-hearted humor. The central figure in this evocative photograph is a pierrot clown, his face painted in traditional white with a red nose and expressive black lines. He dons a frilled collar, a skullcap adorned with a jaunty feather, and holds a plump, red balloon in each hand. The clown's fat, round belly and the exaggerated curves of his body add to the playful and carefree atmosphere of the production. The artist, Hugh Willoughby, masterfully captures the essence of the Co-Optimists' revue with this striking image, transporting us back to the 1920s and the magical world of London's cabaret scene.
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