Circuses, Sideshows and Freaks documents Preview

This module focuses on the world of travelling entertainment, which brought spectacle to vast audiences across Britain, American and Europe in the 19th and early 20th century. From big tops to carnivals, fairgrounds and dime museums, it covers the history of popular shows and exhibitions from both audience and professional perspectives.

3 Closes, acrobats c.1900 Ephemera; Photograph National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The 40 Thieves n.d. Poster The National Archives (UK)
7 United Monster Shows (Barnum, Sanger, Great London Circus) n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Achromatic & Sapphire Solar Microscopic Exhibition n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Acrobatie Merveilleuse. Paul Devaux n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Acrobats and mountebanks 1890 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
An Act for consolidating in One Act certain Provisions usually contained in Acts for constructing or regulating Markets and Fairs 23 Apr 1847 Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Actual photograph taken 20th July 1912 of HM Queen Mary accepting Bouquet from "Anita", the smallest lady in the world n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Ada Alexandra's Great American Hippodramatic and Spectacular Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Adam Forepaugh and Sells Brothers Enormous Shows United [2 Apr 1902] Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Adam Forepaugh and Sells Brothers Enormous Shows United...White Horse [1894] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Adam Forepaugh and Sells Brothers. Magazine of Wonders and Daily Review 1911 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Adam Forepaugh Shows …Book of Wonders 1892 Pamphlet; Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Adam Forepaugh's and Sells Brothers 20th Century Colossus n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Admiral Dot, Eighteen years old; twenty five inches high. Weighs only Twenty Pounds (front-facing) n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Admiral Dot, Eighteen years old; twenty five inches high. Weighs only Twenty Pounds (in profile) n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Admiral Dot. Seventeen years old twenty five inches high weighs only Twenty Pounds n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Advance courier of P.T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth & The Great London Circus. Sanger's Royal British Menagerie & Grand International Allied Shows n.d. Pamphlet; Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Advertising card] Leonard, Semon, Sonia, the world's foremost Lilliputian entertainers n.d. Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The African Glen 1 Jun 1835 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Agricultural Hall, Islington. Professor Risley's Imperial and Original Japanese Troupe! With the Wonder of the World Little All Right! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Air Boat 1879 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Al G. Barnes and Sells-Floto Combined Circus...The All New Super Circus of 1937 n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Al G. Barnes Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Al G. Kelly and Miller Bros. Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Aladdin 1886 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp 1892 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Albany L'Homme aux Cent Trucs. Imitations comiques - exercices d'adresse - scènes humoristiques [Jul 1880] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Alexandra Palace...Baldwin's Drop from the Clouds. This, the most Daring and Thrilling Act ever accomplished, has resulted in Telegrams of Congratulation from all parts of the World n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Alfonso, the human ostrich 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Alhambra - Programme n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The American Circus Corporation [1925] Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
American Circus, Richmond Hill. Miss Waring's Benefit 20 Jan 1834 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
American Exhibition & Buffalo Bill's "Wild West" n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The American Humourist Frank Lincoln [1882] Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
American Museum n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
American Theatre (partial) n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Among the freaks 1896 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Amphitheatre and Circus, High Holborn. Mdlle Pereira n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The amusements of old London ... Vol.2 1901 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The amusements of old London .... Vol.1 1901 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Anatomical Representation of a Female Figure n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Anatomical Representation of a Female Figure Modelled from Venus De Medicis n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The anatomy of the contortionist 1889 Pamphlet Senate House Library, University of London
Ancient Paintings by Correggio n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Andenken an Frl. Prinzess Anneta. Frl. Anneta, Rumpfkünstlerin n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Andenken an Lionel, den Löwenmenschen n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Andenken an Lionel, den Löwenmenschen (in colour) n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Andenken an Lionel, den Löwenmenschen, 17 Jahre alt n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Anderton & Haslam's Menagerie 1894 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Angrezini's Exhibition, Mr Sievier's Marble Christ on Cross 1827 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Anita "the doll lady" n.d. Photograph National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Anita, "the living doll", smallest adult human being the world has ever seen n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Anita, the living doll n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Annie Howard, the tattooed woman 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Annie Jones, the bearded lady 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Another Grand Ball by the Mayor c.1820-1840 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Another Popular Fete n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Antiquarians and Amateurs of Fine Arts 20 Apr 1842 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Antiquarians and Amateurs of Fine Arts [1842] Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Antique & Historical Paintings on Glass n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Apollo presents "John Lemm" 18 Apr 1910 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Arab Acrobatic Troupe, Olympia, London 1898 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Arena. Last night but two of the company's performing 1 Jan 1836 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Art of Money Getting or hints and helps to make a fortune n.d. Pamphlet Senate House Library, University of London
The art of taming horses 1858 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Arthur H. Alexander's Basket of Originalities 1885 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Arthur Strode. Modern Magician 1892 Poster The National Archives (UK)
An Artists' Model 1895 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Assembly Room, Bell Hotel, Gloucester. Splendid promenade and magnificent Coronation Groups n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Astley's [programme] 1869-1870 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Astley's Equestrian Wonders n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's Equestrian Wonders n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's New Royal Amphitheatre. Grand Fashionable Night for the Benefit of Mr Geo. L. Pendar 23 Mar 1872 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's New Royal Amphitheatre. Grand Fashionable Night for the Benefit of Mr Geo. L. Pendar 22 Mar 1872 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's Royal Amphitheatre. Immense hit of the celebrated American equestrian young Hernandez n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's Royal Amphitheatre...Monsieur and Madame Fred Belling 25 Oct 1847 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's system of equestrian education, exhibiting the beauties and defects of the horse. With serious and important advice, on its general excellence, preserving it in health, grooming, &c / with plates 1801 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Astley's. Crowded Boxes! Overflowing Pit! And Crammed Galleries! For the Unequalled and Popular Equestrian and Dramatic Spectacles!!! 19 Apr 1841 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's. New Grand Productions! God Save the Queen 15 Jun 1840 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...The Conqueror's Steed! Or the Prophet of the Caucasus! 29 Apr 1841 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...The Lion of the Desert or, the French in Algiers 6 Jul 1840 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...The Merchant's Steed of Syracuse!! Or, the Flight of Damon 11 May 1840 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...The Merchant's Steed of Syracuse!! Or, the Flight of Damon 27 Apr 1840 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...The Renegade or The Siege of Alcazar and Struggles of the Moors! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...Battle Field! Or the Victories of Edward the Black Prince 22 Apr 1839 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...Battle of the Amazons or, a fairy tale of ancient Granada 20 Mar 1848 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...Camp of Silesia 3 Jan 1848 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...Conquest of Ivanhoe n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...Crichton! Bull Fight! Contest of Animals! 7 Sep 1837 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...Crichton! Bull Fight! Contest of Animals! 6 Sep 1837 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...Enchanted Horse! Of the Fairy Lake or, the Folder Rider of the Mystic Waters 27 May [c.1830-1840] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...First day of the magnificent tournament! 2 Sep 1839 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...First night of the unequalled American Lions!! 14 Oct 1839 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...La Coupe Gorge or, the Black Inn of the Heath! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...Lalla Rookh!! Or, the Ghebers of the Desert! 15 Aug 1836 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...Life, Death and Restoration of the High Mettled Racer 3 Jun 1839 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...Mazeppa! And the Wild Horse 6 Aug 1838 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...Mons. Baptiste Loisset's celebrated French & German company of equestrians from the continent, and Mr. Van Amburgh's new trained lions 8 Apr 1839 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...St. George and the Dragon n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...Tournament & Van Amburgh's Elephant 23 Sep 1839 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astley's...Tower of London or, England in the Dark Ages!! 15 Jun 1840 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Astonishing Canary Birds 1850-1860 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
At Col. Wood's Museum and Gallery of Fine Art, Chicago n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
At home n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Atrocious Mountain Meadow Massacre n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Atterbury Trained Animal Show [1939] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The autobiography of Chang, the tall man of Fychow, the great Chinese giant, including his celebrated ode on the Crystal Palace n.d. Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Avery and Carl Black Face. Singing, Talking and Dancing Comedians 1910 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Aztecs' Farewell...Exhibition of Novelty and Music n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
B.F Keith's Theatre - Feb 6 1905 1905 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
B.F Keith's Theatre - Jan 16 1905 1905 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
B.F Keith's Theatre - March 20 1905 1905 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
B.F Keith's Theatre - week of 23 Oct 1905 1905 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
B.F Keith's Theatre - week of 25 December n.d. Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
B.F Keith's Theatre - week of 4 Dec 1905 1905 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
B.F Keith's Theatre - week of 9 Oct 1905 1905 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
B.F Keith's Theatre - week of Nov 13 1905 1905 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Baba, boit sa bouteille de vin n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Babes in the Wood 1886 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Babes in the Wood...Come and Enjoy Two Hours of hearty Enjoyment n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Babil and Bijou 8 Apr 1882 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Baby Elephant n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Balloons! Balloons! 27 Aug 1845 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Bannister's Olympic Circus...For the Benefit of Messrs. Perry & Lynn, this present Friday Evening, Oct. 18, 1816, The Performances will commence with Horsemanship by Eight celebrated Equestrians 18 Oct 1816 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Bannister's Olympic Circus...Last Night but three for the Benefit of Mrs. Clough n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Bannister's Olympic Circus...Miss Bannister has the honor to announce to her Friends and the Public that her benefit is fixed for Tuesday, October 15, 1816 15 Oct 1816 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Bannister's Olympic Circus...this present Friday, October 4, 1816...will be produced, a New Ballet Dance (by Mr. Simpson) called The Sailor's Return 4 Oct 1816 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Bannister's Olympic Circus...this present Monday, October 7, 1816...Horsemanship by seven celebrated equestrians 7 Oct 1816 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Bannister's Olympic Circus...this present Tuesday, October 8, 1816...Horsemanship by seven celebrated equestrians 8 Oct 1816 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Bannister's Olympic Circus...this present Wednesday, August 28, 1816...will be produced, a Burletta, written by Mr. Simpson, called True Blue; or, a Warm Birth for Monsieur 28 Aug 1816 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Bannister's Olympic Circus...this present Wednesday, October 9, 1816...Horsemanship by seven celebrated equestrians 9 Oct 1816 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum & Bailey's Circus at Cardiff. Poster 1899 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Barnum and Bailey 108 Cage Zoo c.1916 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and Bailey Circus of All Nations n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth (colour poster) n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth, Elgin, Wed July 16 [1913] 1913 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...The Great Florenz Troupe c.1904 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...The Great Florenz Troupe c.1904 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...The Marvelous Eugenes 31 Mar 1894 Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...The Realm of Marvels n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...A World's Fair of Marvels c.1891 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...70 Performing Horses c.1897 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...70 Performing Horses c.1897 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...After the Ball n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Band Wagon n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Bears that Dance c.1916 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Bird Millman c.1918 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...By the Hair of their Heads c.1918 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Dainty Equestriennes c.1897 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Daring Achievements c.1898 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Enormous Horse Fair c.1897 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Grand Leaping Contest c.1899 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Home Once More n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Imre Kiralfy's Columbus c.1891 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Joie and Jupiter c.1897 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Lion and Tiger c.1913 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Lion and Tiger c.1913 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Looping the Gap c.1904 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Madison Square Garden, week ending 15 April 1893 18 Apr 1893 Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Madison Square Garden, week ending 4 April 1892 4 Apr 1892 Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Madison Square Garden, week ending 8 April 1893 (partial programme) 8 Apr 1893 Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Madison Square Garden, week ending 9 April 1892 9 Apr 1892 Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Miss Helen Girard, Empress of the Equestrian World c.1903 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Nero, or The Destruction of Rome [Apr 1890] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Nero, or The Destruction of Rome, at the Olympia, London [1890] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...People who Lived 3,000 Years Ago n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Portraits n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth...Tiger c.1916 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and Bailey Magazine and Daily Review n.d. Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Barnum and Bailey Shows...Les Frères Ancillotti c.1908 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and Bailey, Big Show, Washington D. C. 1926 Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and Bailey, on tour Great Britain, 1899 1899 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Barnum and Bailey's 15 New United Shows [10 Apr 1889] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and Bailey's 15 New United Shows [10 Apr 1889] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and Bailey's 15 New United Shows [1889] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and great London circus songster c.1881 Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Barnum and London Nine Jumbo Shows United [1886] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and London Nine Jumbo Shows United... Madison Square Garden [Apr 1886] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and London Ten Jumbo Shows United [1887] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and Van Amburgh Museum and Menagerie Co n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Van Amburgh Museum and Menagerie Co. 1865 Poster; Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Van Amburgh Museum and Menagerie Co...Little Boy Blue 23 Jul 1867 Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Van Amburgh Museum and Menagerie Co...Mystic Cave! 5 Sep 1867 Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum and Van Amburgh Museum and Menagerie Co...Stranger 21 Dec 1867 Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and Van Amburgh's Museum and Menagerie Co...Streets of New York 12 Apr 1867 Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum and Van Amburgh's Museum and Menagerie Combination...Our Tenement Houses 28 Mar 1867 Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum on Money Making 6 Jan 1859 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum Programme n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Barnum-Bailey illustrated hand book of natural history n.d. Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Barnum: the Mahomet of Humbug. A Study in national hysteria. An address read before the Liverpool Philomathic Society, at the opening of the one hundred and eighth session 1933 Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Barnum's American Museum...The Amusement Saloon n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's American Museum...The Only Living Rhinoceros n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's American Museum...Living Siamese Twins n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's American Museum...Living Wonders n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's American Museum...Old Chateau n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's American Museum...Orange Girl! n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's American Museum...Positively the Last Three Days of the Grand National Baby Show! n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's American Museum...Revival of the Legitimate Drama Raffaelle n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's American Museum...Third day, and last but one of the Grand National Baby Show n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's American Museum...Wednesday, August 8, 1855 8 Aug 1855 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Famous Chinese Giant, Chang-Yu-Sing n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Gallery of Wonders no. 1 - General Tom Thumb, Born in 1832, is 28 Inches High and Weighs Only 15 Pounds n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Gallery of Wonders no. 1 - The Original General Tom Thumb, The Smallest Man Alive n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Great Show...Barnum's Magic City n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Great Show...Travelling World's Fair n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth and Great London Circus...The Great Barnum and London Nine Shows United n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth and Great London Circus...Fulton and Tompkins Aves [1885] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth and Great London Circus...Madison Square Garden [27 Mar 1885] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...8 Monster Shows United [1883] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...8 Monster Shows United [1883] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...8 Monster Shows United...Madison Square Garden [1885] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...Fulton Street [1883] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...Madison Square Garden [1883] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...Nine Shows United [1884] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...Nine Shows United, Madison Square Garden c.1884 Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...Nine Shows United, Madison Square Garden [1884] [20 Mar 1884] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...Nine Shows United...Madison Square Garden [1883] [1883] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...Nine United Shows n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Museum...Albino Sisters 5 Jul 1861 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Museum...New Year's Day 1 Jan 1862 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Museum...Ondina! 1 Jan 1862 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Museum...Over 100,000 Curiosities! 1864 Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's New Museum 9 Jul 1866 Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's New Museum!...Woodroffe's Troupe of Bohemian Glass-Blowers n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's New Museum!...Woodroffe's Troupe of Bohemian Glass-Blowers n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's New Museum...Children of Cyprus 13 Sep 1865 Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's New Museum...Jack and Jill 12 Jul 1866 Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's Original Fat Lady, Mary Powers n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Barnum's procession through Bath 1902 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Barnum's show 1889 Pamphlet Senate House Library, University of London
Barry's Star Menagerie of Living Wonders n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Battle of Navarino c.1827 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Battle of Waterloo! Cut out in Silk n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Beautiful Florences 1894 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Beethoven's Grand Concerto in C Minor 5-8 Apr 1826 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Before the footlights and behind the scenes: a book about "the show business" in all its branches … 1870 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Bell and Co's Gigantic Hippodrome, Menagerie and Circus 11 Jun 1858 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ben Sloper and Nancy's visit to Barnum and Bailey's Greatest Show on Earth 1899 Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Benefit of Mr C Henry the Clown, Pantomime 'Green Bushes' 27 Apr 1855 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Bertram Mills Circus and Fun Fair n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Bertram Mills Circus and Menagerie n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Beware of pickpockets: Casse-cou n.d. Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
The Big Show of the World...Sells Brothers Enormous United Shows. 5 Horse Tandem Hurdle Races n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Big Show of the World...Sells Brothers Enormous United Shows. W.H. Gorman and Polly Lee n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Big Show of the World...Sells Brothers Enormous United Shows...the greatest animal feature in the world a huge full grown male hippopotamus and tremendous female companion n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Big Show of the World...Sells Brothers Enormous United Shows...a remarkable and novel performance. The wonderful Snow White East Indian Sacred Zebu and riding peacock n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Big Show of the World...Sells Brothers Enormous United Shows...Effie Dutton and Frank Melville in champion Bare-Back equestrian exploits n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Big Show of the World...Sells Brothers Enormous United Shows...W.H Gorman and Polly Lee in thrilling equestrian performances n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Billy Andrews n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Billy Bonno, the American Fat Boy n.d. Photograph National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Billy Smart's New World Circus and Zoo n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Billy Wills, the hard headed man 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
The Biograph (early cinema) 1900 Poster The National Archives (UK)
A biographical sketch of the four Texan giants [1883] Pamphlet Senate House Library, University of London
"Biophulax", or life and property protector c.1850-1860 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Bioscope n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A bit of Nottingham Goose Fair n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Black Horse n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Black Mountain Dairy 1887 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Blackpool Winter Gardens. Powerful attractions for Good Friday and the Easter Holidays n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Blondin. Portrait n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Blondin. Takings card and business card n.d. Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Bohemian Serenaders 15 Nov 1897 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The book of wonderful characters: memoirs and anecdotes of remarkable and eccentric persons in all ages and countries / chiefly from the text of Henry Wilson and James Caulfield [1869] Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Booths, aerial duo 1895 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Bostock Arena and Jungle. Descriptive Guide & Programme. Earl's Court, 1907 1907 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Bowder Stone...Immense Fragment of Rock May 1868 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Boy with the Lions Head, Reynolds' Exhibition, Liverpool 1901 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The boys' life of Barnum c.1926 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The boy's modern playmate: a book of sports, games, and pastimes 1895 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
The boy's own book: a complete encyclopedia of all the diversions, athletic, scientific, and recreative, of boyhood and youth n.d. Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
The Boy's Own Paper, No. 442 ["Limbless Workers"] 2 Jul 1887 Periodical National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The boy's treasury of sports, pastimes, and recreations / with four engravings by Samuel Williams 1847 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
The Bric-A-Brac Will 1895 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Bridal Party. Wedding of two of Fred Roper's midgets n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Brighton Alhambra 1898 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The British Diorama n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Broekman's Circus and great Monkey Performance c.1876 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Brothers. Baron Littlefinger and Count Rosebud n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Bud E. Anderson's American Victory Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Buffalo Bill and Pawnee Bill's Great Free Street Parade and Pageant of Nations n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Buffalo Bill Novels: 27. Phantoms of the Trail n.d. Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Buffalo Bill Novels: 49. Buffalo Bill at Last Chance n.d. Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Buffalo Bill outdone by Mexican Joe & Daisy 26 Dec 1887 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Buffalo Bill's Wild West 1887 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Buffalo Bill's "Wild West" and Congress of Rough Riders of the World: official programme [1904] Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Buffalo Bill's Wild West and Pioneer Exhibition...The Great Train Hold-Up n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Buffalo Bill's Wild West and Pioneer Exhibition...Summit Springs n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Buffalo Bill's Wild West and Rough Riders...Deadwood Stage n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Bukovac's The White Slave 1 Aug 1885 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Burning of Barnum's Museum - July 13 1865 n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cabinet cards advertising Stollerwerck chocolates from Köln, Germany, featuring colour illustrations of clowns on rectos, poems on reverse c.1800-1899 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Caged Lions n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Caged Lions and Tigers n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Camberwell Hall...The Original and Celebrated General Tom Thumb 1 May 1857 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Canterbury Aezo. Every evening at 10 n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Captain Baker presents 'Lady Luck' c.1930-1940 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Carl Westphalen & Eugene Sandow, Strong Men 1890 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Carmen. Gaiety Theatre. Miss Florence St. John in Carmen up to Data 1891 Poster; Illustration The National Archives (UK)
Carmen. Gaiety Theatre. Miss Letty Lind in Carmen up to Data 1891 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Carpenters Grand Achromatic Microscope 18 Sep 1833 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A catalogue...of Dioramic Tableaux 22 Jun 1835 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Celebrated Peristrephic Panoramas n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Centenary Jubilee, Vauxhall n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Central American Wonder M. Samayoa the Great c.1910 Poster National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Chaffer's wonder midgets. Carriage with team of horses n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Chaffer's wonder midgets. Group photograph n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Champs Elysées Cirque d'Été n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Chance and luck: a discussion of the laws of luck, coincidences, wagers, lotteries, and the fallacies of gambling; with notes on poker and martingales 1891 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
"Chang" and "Eng" the World Renowned United Siamese Twins n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Chang and Eng, the Siamese Youths c.1830-1840 Illustration National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Chang, The Great Chinese Giant 6 Oct 1865 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Change of Performance. Royal Circus 19-21 Oct 1837 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Charles S Stratton known as "General Tom Thumb". As he appeared at the Egyptian Hall, London, 1844. From a drawing by Baugniel 1844 Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Charles Stratton known as General Tom Thumb, the American man in miniature n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Charles Stratton known as General Tom Thumb, the American man in miniature n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Charles Tripp, the armless man 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Charles W. Poole's realisations of nature's wonders c.1897 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Charley's Aunt 1896 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Charlie Keith's Grand Circus, Commercial Road, Bedford. Programme of Entertainment for the evening, Monday, Nov 21st, 1892 21 Nov 1892 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Checktaker's Farewell Benefit Ball 22 Jan 1849 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
"The Cheerio Midgets". Leonard, Semon and Sonia n.d. Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Chemical amusement: comprising a series of curious and instructive experiments in chemistry which are easily performed and unattended by danger 1818 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Chicago Firsts c.1900-1999 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Christmas Fair & Bazaar Programme 27 Dec 1873 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Christy Bros 5 Ring Wild Animal Show n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Chronicle cinderella doll show. Xmas 1913 1913 Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Cinderella (dress rehearsal) 1895 Illustration The National Archives (UK)
Cinderella, Theatre Royal, Drury Lane 1895 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Cinderella, Theatre Royal, Glasgow 1894 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Circassian Queen, Zula Zelick n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Circus Acts n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Circus Comes to Town by The Circus World Museum n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Circus life and circus celebrities 1875 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The circus master, written composed & sung by Arthur Lloyd n.d. Poster; Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Circus Performers 1889 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Circus route books 1937 Pamphlet Senate House Library, University of London
Circus tickets n.d. Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Circus Vargas n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cirkus Busch Programme n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cirque Bab-el-oued...Grand Soirée Populaire 16 Jan 1888 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cirque Ménagerie Du Monde 5 Feb 1888 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Clippings of illustrations relating to popular entertainment from the Illustrated London News] n.d. Illustration National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Clown riding a pig n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clown with Equestrienne n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clowns and pantomimes 1925 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Clowns with dynamite n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty - Cole Bros. Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty - Cole Bros. Combined Circus...Lion n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty 3 Ring Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus [1957] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus, Spudder Park, Wichita Falls n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus. Butterfly girl riding Elephant n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus. A Clown n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus. Elephant with a tiger leaping through a fiery ring n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus. Horses standing on their hind legs n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus. Performing chimpanzees n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus. Tiger balancing on a ball n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus. Trapeze aerialists n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus. Two clowns n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus. World's Greatest Trained Wild Animal Show with Clyde Beatty in Person! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus....Lawton Circus Grounds. Acrobat standing on horse n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus....Lawton Circus Grounds. Auspices: American Legion n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus....Lawton Circus Grounds. Auspices: American Legion. Lion tamer n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus....Lawton Circus Grounds. Clown face n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus....Lawton Circus Grounds. Three female acrobats and a clown n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus...Clown n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus...Dynamite n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus...Female Acrobats n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus...Tiger n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus...Trapeze n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus...Two Clowns n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Circus...White Horse n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Cole Bros. Circus. World's Greatest Trained Wild Animal Performance n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Cole Bros. Circus...Blood Sweating Hippopotamus from the River Nile n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Cole Bros. Circus...World's Largest. Clown face n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Cole Bros. Circus...World's Largest. Ocean Liner cutaway n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Cole Bros. Combined Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Cole Bros. Combined Circus...Big Otto, Blood Sweating Hippopotamus from the River Nile n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Cole Bros. World's Largest Circus. Acrobats and clowns n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Cole Bros. World's Largest Circus. Performing Chimpanzees n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Cole Bros. World's Largest Circus. Three clowns and dynamite. Yellow background n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Gigantic Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Gigantic Railroad Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Gigantic Railroad Circus, Spudder Park, Wichita Falls n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Trained Wild Animal n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Trained Wild Animal Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Beatty Trained Wild Animal Circus. Two Tigers n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Bros Indoor Circus. Acrobats n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Bros Indoor Circus. Clowns n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Bros Indoor Circus. Horses standing on their hind legs and a elephant n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Bros Indoor Circus. Performing dogs n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Bros Indoor Circus. Three Clowns n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Bros Indoor Circus. Three clowns and dynamite. Blue background n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Bros Indoor Circus. Trapeze aerialists n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Bros. Indoor Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Bros. Indoor Circus...Clown n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Bros. Indoor Circus...Clowns n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Bros. Indoor Circus...Elephant n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Bros. Indoor Circus...Female Acrobats n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Clyde Bros. Indoor Circus...White Horse n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Coal-Hole Tavern. Judge and Jury Society. Poses Plastiques by the most exquisite female models 1 May 1856 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Col. W. F. Cody - Buffalo Bill n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Col. W. F. Cody...Home Again from Foreign Lands n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cole Bros. Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cole Bros. Circus...Clyde Beatty n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cole Bros. Circus...Trains n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cole Bros. Greatest World Toured Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cole Bros. World Toured Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Colonel Joe Shelley (Mexican Joe) 1887 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Colonial Country Club Annual Labor Day Celebrations...Clown Joe E. Ward 4 Sep 1944 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Commercial Catalogue - Roundabouts] 1910 Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Commodore Foote and Sister, the Fairy Queen 8 Feb 1886 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Commodore Nutt Polka! Composed and Dedicated to P.T Barnum Esq. by Thomas Baker n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Community Circus and Exposition n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Compliments from Mr and Mrs Jan Van Albert and Seppetoni. Postcard 1. n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Compliments from Mr and Mrs Jan Van Albert and Seppetoni. Postcard 2. n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Constantinople at Olympia n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Continental Theatre 6 Nov 1860 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Continental Theatre. Whitby's Great Show and Circus 1860-1861 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Continental Theatre...Great Circus 24 Oct 1860 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Continental Theatre...See! See!! See!!! Circus 27 Oct 1860 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cooke's arena! Victoria Gardens, Norwich. A fashionable day performance! Will take place on Thursday morning, March 6th 1845 6 Mar 1845 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cooke's Arena...St. George and the Dragon n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cooke's Circus, Blackfriars Bridge 29 Oct 1827 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cooke's Equestrian Company...unparalleled Feats of Horsemanship 4 Apr 1831 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cooke's Equestrian Establishment...Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cooke's Equestrian Establishment...Circus which will open On Monday, the 21st of March, 1831 21 Mar 1831 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cooke's Royal Circus. Mr. Smith, riding master, most respectfully announces to his friends and the public that his benefit is fixed for Wednesday, August 14th 14 Aug [1833] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cornish feasts and folk-lore 1890 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Count P Nichol and his son. The man who is coming to take his father's place n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Countess Nichol and her son on the steps of their palace n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Courses de chars romains chez Barnum & Bailey 8 Apr 1902 Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Covent Garden Grand International Cirque n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Crawford-Truppe. Akrobatischer Parterre-Akt u. Trapez-Künstler 1. Ranges. n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Creation of the World pre-1830 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Crecraft's Exhibition...The Original Mr & Mrs Tommy Dodd. The Smallest People Living c.1874 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Creduto fino a nostri tempi arte negromantica modo di far parlare gli oracoli. Ventriloquismo n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cross 'The Imperial' c.1900 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Crowd watching Punch & Judy Show, Hereford 1898 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Cruikshank's Whimsical Book n.d. Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Crystal Palace as a Winter Garden 1851 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Crystal Palace Fireworks n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Crystal Palace Programme. Monday, March 1st, 1897 1897 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Crystal Palace. Coronation Day, This Day (Friday) n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Crystal Palace. Royal Exhibition of Working Ants n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Crystal Palace...Ella Zuila n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Curious & Uncommon Performances of A Monkey as they will be introduced every Evening at Sadler's Wells. Image 1. n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Curious & Uncommon Performances of A Monkey as they will be introduced every Evening at Sadler's Wells. Image 2. n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Cussick & Cussick. The Demon Boxers: Jack Cussick and Ben Cussick 29 Mar c.1915 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Dailey Brothers Circus 1949 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Daily Journal...The Grand Combination Programme n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Daily Journal...The Great Barnum and London Nine Shows United n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Dan Leno 1901 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Dan Leno as Mother Goose (3 pictures) 1903 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Dan Rice 3 Ring Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Dan Rice. The splendid Shakesperian clown 23 Feb 1846 Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Dan Rice's Great Show n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Dan Rice's Great Show, Circus, Menagerie, and School of Educated Animals n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Dandy Fifth 1899 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Das Artistentum und seine Geschichte 1910 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Davidge's Royal Surrey Theatre...Equestrian Season [1841] Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Davis's Royal Amphitheatre, Westminster-Bridge...The Blood-Red Knight; or, the Fatal Bridge 11 Jul 1822 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Deane's Royal Submarine Exhibition Oct 1834 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Déchargement des trains spéciaux de Barnum & Bailey n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
DeLaMano's Great Magic Show and Educated Animal Exhibition n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Delno Fritz, sword swallower 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Der Americanische Zwerg Charles S. Stratton, genannt General Thomas Däumling n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Der dickste Eiche und Deutschlands dicksten Mann n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Description of the circus on the Via Appia, near Rome: with some account of the Circensian games 1828 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A Description of the Principal models now exhibiting c.1810-1830 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Description of the View of Moscow now exhibiting at Barker's panorama 1813 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The destruction of Mephisto's greatest web, or, All grafts laid bare: being a complete exposure of all gambling, graft and confidence games with stories illustrating the methods employed by the different "operators" 1914 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
The Diabolical Greenacre. New Addition. Madame Tussaud and Sons n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Diallagic; or, The Wandering Spirits c.1870-1890 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Dick Whittington & his cat 1889 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Dick Whittington, Drury Lane 1895 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Dilkens, gigante soldato Americano n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Diorama, Regent's Park [news cutting] 1845 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Diver's Luck 1901 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The doctrine of chances, or the theory of gaming 1814 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Doddretti n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Doris' Harlem Museum...Fanny Mills, the Giant Girl with the Giant Feet n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Doris's Harlem Museum...Week commencing Monday, Nov 3rd n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Doris's Museum...The Young Ladies' Whistling Convention n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Douglas 11 Jun 1819 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Douglas, or the Noble Shepherd 19 Dec 1808 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Dreams of Assyria 1879 Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Ducrow's 3rd Grand Change!! and Splendid Dress Spectacle n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ducrow's Arena of Arts 27 Nov [1835] Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ducrow's Arena. Remember the Fashionable Night 21 Dec 1835 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ducrow's Benefit 8 Nov 1898 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ducrow's Equestrian Arena of Arts n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ducrow's Equestrian Evening Dreams of Wonder n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ducrow's historic tournament! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ducrow's historic tournament! Astley's Royal Amphitheatre...Van Amburgh's wonderful colossal living elephant 2 Sep 1839 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ducrow's National Olympic Arena of Arts 20-21 Nov 1835 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ducrow's Royal Arena, Hull. For the Benefit of Mr Randall, the Clown n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Dudly Foster, Age 4 years. Weight 5 pounds n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Duenna 11 Jan 1826 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Duke's Theatre...Broekman's Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Duncan Macdonald of the Shire of Caithness Gent the Celebrated Scottish Equilibrist n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
"The Durbar" Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Combined Circus celebrating Ringling Brothers' Golden Jubilee Madison Square Garden 1935 1935 Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Durcrow's Royal Arena, Hull. Positively the last night but one of Ducrow's Living Pictures! 23 Dec 1835 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Dutton Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
E Ranch Rodeo n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
E. Cannon, ganannt Colossus n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Eglinton Tournament 1839 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly. Farewell Levees of Genl Tom Thumb n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly. Whitsun Holidays. Genl Tom Thumb's Farewell Levees n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
El Gran Circo De Cuba...Santos y Artigas 17 Dec 1955 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
El Gran Circo Shipp & Feltus. Copy 1. n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
El Gran Circo Shipp & Feltus. Copy 2. n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Electric Fountains, Crystal Palace 1897 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Ellen Terry. Full length photograph 1884 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Ellen Terry. Seated quarter length photograph 1880 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
The Ellis Family. Professional Character Readers 1895 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Emil Ritter's midgets. Sitting and standing group coloured photograph n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Emil Ritter's midgets. Standing group coloured photograph n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
English eccentrics and eccentricities 1877 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Envelope from Cliff M Sell, Johnstown, 1919, with stamp 1919 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Equillo, Emperor of Equilibrists c.1900-1910 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Erminie. Comedy Theatre 1886 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Euterpeon, a Splendid Self-Performing Musical Instrument n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Exclusive Engagement of Sandow, the Monarch of Muscle c.1890-1900 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Exhibition of Ancient Court Costume n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Exhibition of the Etruscan Museum 1830-1840 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Exhibition of a Grand Model of the Emperor of Austria's Rock Salt Mine n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
An Exhibition of Historical Portraits n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Exhibition of a Hydro-Oxygen Microscope n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Exhibition of the Industrious Fleas n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Exhibition of Lord Nelson's Flagship "Foudroyant" 22 Jun 1896 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Exhibition of a Magnificent Hydro-Oxygen Microscope n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Exhibition of the model of a Copper Mine c.1832 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Exhibition of a Model of a Copper Mine. Extract from "The Observer." c.1832 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Exhibition of Mountains of Switzerland in Relief 1821 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Exhibition of Works of Sculpture n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Exhibition. Gallery of Paintings on Plate Glass n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Explosion on board the perambulator - 'baby in the air' Clowns 1891 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
An exposure of the arts and miseries of gambling; designed especially as a warning to the youthful and inexperienced against the evils of the odious and destructive vice 1845 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
[Extract from] The Performer Annual, December 21 1911 1911 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Extraordinary Chemical Illustrations 19 Sep [c.1823] Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Extraordinary Exhibition. The industrious fleas c.1832 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Extraordinary Exhibition...the art of spinning and weaving Cloth of the Asbestos 1 Jul 1838 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Extraordinary Novelty in the Fine Arts. Xulopyrography, or the art of engraving on charred wood n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Extraordinary Novelty! Grand Centrifugal Railway 1843 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Extraordinary Peruvian Relic n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Fahrend Volk. Von Signor Saltarino 1895 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The fairy wedding group n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The famous Arions Swiss Bell Ringers 22 Oct [c.1866] Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Famous frosts and frost fairs in Great Britain: chronicled from the earliest to the present time 1887 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Famous Midget Bridal Entourage n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Fancy Glass Exhibition in Miniature c.1850-1860 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Farewell Levees of General Tom Thumb 1845 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Farini's Earthmen, Pygmies, or Dwarf Races 1885 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Farini's Friendly Zulus c.1880 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Fasting Man from Norway 13 Jun 1887 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Fat lady n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Faust up to date 1894 Poster The National Archives (UK)
A Feature Act. The Beautiful White Setter Lillie/Signor Doddretti n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Female Colossus, or Celebrated Swiss Giantess 1824 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Female Figure modelled from the Venus De Medicis n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Fenian 1901 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Feodor Machnow, der grosste Mensch, der je gelebt! n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A Few Words Respecting Giants & Midgets 1883 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Fifty years of a showman's life, or, The life and travels of Van Hare 1888 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A Fight for Millions 1904 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Fillis Family in their Elegant & Classical Illustrations. Les Poses Gymnastiques or Les Jeux Icariens n.d. Illustration; Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Fine Arts Chartalyceum exhibition c.1829 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Fine Arts...Exhibition of the splendid series of oil paintings by the celebrated French artist, Dupressoir c.1835 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Fireworks and chemical surprises n.d. Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
"First hard boiled" n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The flip-flap. Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 1908 Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Floral Hall, Leicester, French Illusions Show 1891 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Flying Wilsons. Sensational aerialist 1906 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Follies 1901 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The folly of betting: why the backer loses n.d. Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Fools of Fortune or Gambling and Gamblers 1892 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
For the Benefit of Mr. Allen, The Equestrian Clown. New Circus, Hull n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
For the Benefit of Mr. Saunders, Jun. New Circus, Hull [1811] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
For the Benefit of Randall, the Clown 24 Dec 1835 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
For One Day Only! Admiral Tom Trump 11 Oct 1875 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
For One Day Only! New Circus, New Cut, Lambeth n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Forbidden at Glasgow - the Slave Market at Cairo 7 Jul 1896 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Forepaugh and Sells Brothers Great Shows Consolidated [1900] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Franconi at Drury Lane - Mdlle Palmyre Anato in the circle n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Franconi Circus...Equestrian Prints n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Franconi's Olympic Circus, Champs Elysees, Paris n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Frank Brown, Clown of Clowns. Teatro San Martin, Buenos Aires, Argentina. 6th and 7th August, 1894 1894 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Frank Uffner's American Midgets c.1881 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Frank Uffner's Royal American Midgets c.31 Jan 1881 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Freaks and curiosities with officials from Barnum & Bailey's show, Olympia, London 1898 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Fred Brightmer's Ladies' Sailor Choir c.1910-1930 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Fred Roper's midgets. The bridal party n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Fred Roper's wonderful midgets n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Fred Roper's wonderful midgets. The china clock ballet n.d. Photograph National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
French Circus Poster (damaged) n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
French Circus Poster (damaged)...La Menagerie! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Friesland Dwarf c.1849 Illustration National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A Gaiety Girl 1899 Poster The National Archives (UK)
A Gaiety Girl. Prince of Wales Theatre. Four ladies 1894 Poster The National Archives (UK)
A Gaiety Girl. Prince of Wales Theatre. A Gentleman and a Lady 1894 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Gaiety Theatre of Varieties 1899 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Gambling and gambling devices; being a complete systematic educational exposition designed to instruct the youth of the world to avoid all forms of gambling c.1912 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Gambling unmasked! Or the personal experience of the reformed gambler, J.H. Green; designed as a warning to the young men of this country; written by himself 1844 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
The gambling world: anecdotic memories and stories of personal experience in the temples of hazard and speculation … 1898 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
The Gamester 25 Feb 1830 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The gaming calendar: to which are added, Annals of gaming; and prefixed A letter to Sir Robert Baker 1820 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
The gaming table: its votaries and victims in all times and countries, especially in England and France. Volume 1 1870 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
The gaming table: its votaries and victims in all times and countries, especially in England and France. Volume 2 1870 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
The Garnella Brothers, whose performance of the double somersault was unexcelled in their day... n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Gay Cadets 1901 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Gay Parisiene 1896 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Géant Pisjakoff, le plus grand soldat de la Russie, né à Moscou n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Geisha 1899 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Gen Tom Thumb and his beautiful little wife 1865 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Gen. Tom Thumb n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Gen. Tom Thumb. Performances three times daily!!! At the Regent Gallery, Quadrant n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Gen. Tom Thumb...Three Levees Daily at the Prince of Wales' Bazaar n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Gen. Tom Thumb...Three Levees Daily. Prince of Wales' Bazaar n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
General Tom Thumb n.d. Illustration National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
General Tom Thumb 21-23 Jul 1846 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
General Tom Thumb the Celebrated American Dwarf. Exhibiting every day and evening, Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
General Tom Thumb, the man in minature, exhibiting every morning and afternoon 1844 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Genl Tom Thumb's Marriage at Grace Church Feb 10th 1863 n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
George Sanger, Showman. Five quarter length photographs 1892 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
George Sanger, Showman. Two full length photographs 1908 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
George Sanger's Grand Circus 1887 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Giant of Old Paris. Black & White Photograph n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Giant of Old Paris. Coloured Photograph n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Giant Rhinoceros n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Giantess (Reuzin) in Europe n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Giants and Dwarfs 1868 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Gigant Machnow, der grösste Mensch der Erde n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Gigantic Elephantine Monster n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Gigantic Fat Girl, Miss Holmes c.1847 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Giraffes are Exhibiting n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Glaciarium & Frozen Lake n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Glees, Solos Catches & Quartettes n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Glig-gamena angel-deod, or, The sports and pastimes of the people of England 1801 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
The Glüssener's Musical Midgets n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Gnidley's Liliput Artisten. Black & white group photograph n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Gnidley's Lilliput Artisten. Sepia group photograph n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Gold! Gold! Gold! 12 Nov 1895 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Golden Band. Olympic Theatre 1887 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Goldwin's Circulating Library n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Goodwins, Midget Father, Midget Mother and their baby, Alf. The only midget family on earth n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Goose Fair, Nottingham n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Goose Fair, Nottingham. Carousels n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Goose Fair, Nottingham. Carousels 2 n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Goose-Fair, a Legend of Nottingham n.d. Sheet Music National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Graceful Gertrella 1895 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Gran Circo...Gaby, Fofo, Miliki 1955-1956 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Grand Café Chantant, Restaurant de l'Univers Programme n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Grand Central Variety Theatre...Royal Yedoo Japanese Troupe! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Grand Cirque 1885 Poster The National Archives (UK)
A Grand collection of Waxworks 27 Dec 1789 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Grand exhibition of Works of Sculpture n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Grand Exhibitions of Art adjoining the Adelaide Gallery, Strand...A large mechanical elephant and bell ringer n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Grand Exhibitions of Art at the New Exhibition Rooms, adjoining the Adelaide Gallery...a large mechanical bronze elephant n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Grand Festival Concert 25 Jun 1898 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Grand Fete and Gala 6 Jul 1910 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Grand Gala Night. For the benefit of Jocko, the Man Monkey...New Olympic Circus 22 Sep 1827 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
A Grand Harmonic Meeting at John Broome's c.1851 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Grand Historical Diorama n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Grand Juvenile Fetes!!! And Holiday Entertainments at Astley's 19 Jul 1836 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Grand Musical Festival c.1891 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Grand Parachute Descent 13 Jun 1839 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Grand Pier Postal Souvenir [Weston-Super-Mare] 1914 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Grand Testimonial Benefit to James M Nixon...at Barnum's Roman Hippodrome n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Grand Theatre of Varieties, (Gravesend), Ltd...Johnny Trundley the Peckham Fat Boy n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Grand Tournament in the Cloth of Gold...at Ducrow's n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Grand Victorian Fete 1 May 1851 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Great Adam Forepaugh and Sells Brothers Enormous Shows Combined n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Great Barlow Minstrels c.1900 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Great Bostock Jungle n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Great Brass Band Contest, at the Crystal Palace, Sydenham. On Tuesday, July 10th, 1860 [Midlands Railway excursion] 1860 Poster National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Great Central Railway. Last half-day excursion of the season to the zoological gardens, Belle Vue, Manchester. Saturday, November 4th, 1911. 1911 Poster National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Great Central Railway. Stratford Mop Fair and Ox Roasting. ON Wednesday, October 12th, 1921, day excursion tickets will be issued to Stratford-Upon-Avon 1921 Poster National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Great Christmas Fete 1874-1875 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Great Cole & Walters combined 4 ring-wild animal circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The great conflagration in New York City, July 13th - total destruction of Barnum's Museum.... [1865] Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Great Curiosity. The Celebrated Miss Crackham n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Great Forepaugh Show [1874] Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Great Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus...Seals n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Great Historical Painting...St John the Baptist preaching in the wilderness n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Great Howes, miniature theatricals & cat concert 1895 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Great North American Circus and Hippodrome n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Great Northern Railway. Christmas Pantomimes. A cheap day trip to London...will run on Wednesday 19th January 1870 Poster National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Great Northern Railway. Epsom Races. A cheap excursion to London...will run on Monday, 30th May 1870 Poster National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Great Northern Railway. Smithfield Cattle Show, Agricultural Hall. A cheap excursion will run to London on Monday 7 December 1863 Poster National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Great Northern Railway. Women's International Exhibition. On Monday, 24th October, the last day trip of the season, to London 1870 Poster National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Great Sells-Floto Circus and Mammoth Menagerie n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Great Success. Royal Circus, Queen-Street, Hull...Flitch of BACON or, the White Wreath n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Great Temperance Fete & Garden Party n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A Greater Wonder than Daniel Lambert...Miss Nixon n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Greatest Living Wonder on Earth. Lalloo 1887 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Greatest Midget Act in the Country. Leonard, Semon and Sonia n.d. Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Greatest Novelty Ever Produced! On any occasion, being for the benefit of the Wonderful Dwarf, And Positively his Last Appearance at Clarke's New Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Greatest Show on Earth...A Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Greatest Wonder of The Age. Cantelo's Patent Hydro-Incubator n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Greatest Wonders Of The Age. The Flying Railway 1842 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A Greek Slave n.d. Poster The National Archives (UK)
Grimaces and Misery. From the Painting by F. Pelez n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Grock; life's a lark 1931 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Gruss von dem kleinsten Athleten der Welt n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Gruss von der schönsten jugendlichen Kolossal-Riesen "Jda" n.d. Photograph National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Gruss von Prinzessen Atom n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Gruß von Richard Tröbs n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Guide book to O'Brien's four shows consolidated … [c.1872] Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
GWR posters. Tute's Minstrels 1893 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Hagen Bros. 3 Ring Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace and 4 Paw-Sells Bros Combined Circus...Tiger n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace and 4 Paw-Sells Bros. Circus...Rudy Rudynoff n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace and 4 Paw-Sells Brothers Combined Circus...Bert Nelson n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace and 4 Paw-Sells Brothers Combined Circus...Mlle. Rasputin n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus...The Pageant of Persia n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus...Dorothy Denton n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus...Helen Hudson n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus...Parade n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace Trained Wild Animal Circus...An Army of Clowns n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace Trained Wild Animal Circus...Animals n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace Trained Wild Animal Circus...Chariots n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace Trained Wild Animal Circus...Clyde Beatty n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace Trained Wild Animal Circus...Trains n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace Trained Wild Animal Circus...Trains n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace Trained Wild Animal Circus...Two Hearts that Beat as One n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck-Wallace Wild Animal Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hagenbeck's Trained Animals...The Equestrian Lion n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hall's original merry Japs n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Hanover Square Rooms...Aztec Lilliputians 1853 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Hans and Gretel. The smallest society dancers n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Harmonic Meeting by Mr T Smith n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Harmonic Meetings n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Harmston's Grand Circus and Royal Menagerie of Performing Wild Animals [Madras, India] … 1896 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Harmston's Grand Circus and Royal Menagerie of Wild Animals. Special command night. Bombay, Thursday evening, February 13th, 1902 1902 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Harold Pyott, the English midget n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Harold Pyott, the smallest adult human being in the world n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Harp Lounge and Theatre of Varieties, Ramsgate 16 Aug c.1880-1890 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Harry H. Hamilton's Blondin Mules 1886 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Harry Houdini. The famous handcuff king! c.1899 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Hassan Ali, the giant 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Have you seen the Duke at the Garrick's Head Hotel? n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Heart of Mid-Lothian 29 May 1819 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Hengler's Grand Circus c.1880-1890 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Hengler's Grand Cirque 1889 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Henglers Grand Cirque, Drill Hall, Bristol [Programme] n.d. Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Hengler's Grand Cirque, West Derby Road, Liverpool. 'Entirely redecorated and renovated at the cost of one thousand pounds'. Opening night 9th Nov 1891 1891 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Henglers Grand Cirque. Grand Inauguration of the New Cirque, West Derby Road, Liverpool, Monday, November 13, 1876 [Programme] 13 Nov 1876 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Henglers Grand Cirque. Wellington Street, Glasgow. Programme [1st-28th November, 1896] … 1896 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Henglers Grand Cirque. Wellington Street, Glasgow. Programme [Christmas season, November 1896] 1896 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Henri Cot, the French Giant, and Prince Colibri, the Midget n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Henry Aston Barker's Panorama 1815 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Henry Irving 1884 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Her Forbidden Marriage 1906 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Her Majesty's Theatre...Jock and Jenny n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Herausgegeben von "Barnum and Bailey Limited". Grösste Schaustellung der Erde n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Herbert and Vance musical artists c.1900 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Hercule et le lion 1911 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Herculine n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Heute hier, morgen dort 1936 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Hi Henry's Minstrels, Lima Ohio 16 Jul 1909 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Historical & Political Pictures Jun 1835 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The History of Coventry Show Fair with a Particular Account of Lady Godiva and Peeping Tom n.d. Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
History of General Tom Thumb: the man in miniature [c.1864] Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
History of the World's Greatest Midgets. Major N. G. W. Winner and Wife n.d. Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Holland's City Baths c.1890-1900 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The "Holy Blood" procession at Bruges 1899 Pamphlet Senate House Library, University of London
Horse and Ponies Mules, &c n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
How gamblers win, or, The secrets of advantage playing exposed … [1868] Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
The Hubard Gallery...Contains an elegant variety of Cuttings in Paper c.1810-1830 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Huber's Palace Museum n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The humbugs of the world 1866 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Humorous and tragic stories of showman life [1909] Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Humours of the Fair n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Humpty Dumpty 1886 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Hunchback by Sheridan Knowles 5 Jan 1836 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Hunting's United Monster Railroad Shows n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
I don't like London. Rev. Robert Spalding 1885 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Il Bondocani or The Caliph of Bagdat c.1800-1820 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Iler, Burke and MacDonald. The Strongest and Most Original Acts Onstage c.1910 Illustration; Photograph; Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Illustrated London News 17 Oct 1863 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
[Illustration of cat circus] n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Illustration of elephant with dog dangling from trunk] n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Illustration of Elephants] n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Illustration of Performing Bear] n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
In Person! Clyde Beatty. The Greatest Wild Animal Trainer of All Times n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Inauguration of the Opening of the Crystal Palace 10 Jun 1854 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Indian Jugglers c.1814 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Indian Museum & Exhibition n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Industrious Fleas c.1833 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The infant jumbo n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Interesting Scientific and Rational Exhibition n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
International Exhibition 1862 1862 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Irish Tom Thumb. Bostock's wonder man compared with an ordinary sized person n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Isaac Stake, aged 30 years n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
J. A. Bailey 10 Dec 1900 Ephemera; Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Jack & the Beanstalk 1889 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Jack Gordon, Wonder Boy Juggler of the Unicycle n.d. Correspondence National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Jack Straw's Castle of Mystery 6 Jul 1900-1940 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Jacko the Talking Fish 10 Jun 1885 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
James Howard, the tattooed man 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
James Morris, the elastic skinned man 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
The Japanese Troupe n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Jedbury Junior 1896 Poster The National Archives (UK)
John Boyd Maidman. Midget comedian. 950. n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
John Boyd Maidman. Midget comedian. 963. n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
John Cronow, Facial King. Madame Tussaud's 1891 Poster The National Archives (UK)
John Jones [comic act] 8 Oct 1834 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
John Lester's midget ladies - "jazzing" n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
John Sanger & Sons Royal Hippodrome & Menagerie 1890 Poster The National Archives (UK)
John Woolcott commonly called The Muswell Hill Slasher 10 Mar 1843 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Jojo, the human skye terrier 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Josefa and Rosa, and baby n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Juggler poster n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Julian's Grand Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Jumbo II n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Jumbo with his new friends, Madison Square Garden, NY n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Just added to Edmonds', late Wombwell's Royal Windsor Castle & Crystal Palace Menagerie Another Brilliant Feature! Indian one-horned rhinoceros [c.1871] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Just arrived from Constantinople, a Cabinet, containing an exact Representation of the Seraglio c.1786 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Just arrived from Rome, a superb collection of Figures in Wax 1 Jul 1815 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Just returned from Australia... Sells Brothers...a few of the vast multitude of features that crowd our mighty canvasses n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Just returned from Australia... Sells Brothers...A whole menagerie and aviary of recently imported Australian animals and birds n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Just returned from Australia... Sells Brothers...4 horse chariot race n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Just returned from Australia... Sells Brothers...departure of Sells Brothers' enormous united shows for Australia October 17 1891 n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Just returned from Australia... Sells Brothers...Ladies Flat Race n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Just returned from Australia...Sells Brothers...the wonderful Silbons, greatest aerial artists on earth n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Just returned from Australia...Sells Brothers...Jockey races by gentleman riders n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Karneval in der Scala n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Keating Collection [Photographs] 1880-1970 Photograph National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Kennington Hall...Grand Marionette Entertainment...introducing Miniature Minstrels Dancers Acrobats, &c., &c. 23 Feb 1885 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Khusania, the Indian dwarf 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Kil's Colosseum...Variété-Theater Münchens n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
King Bros Circus [1965] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
King Bros. Circus...Evy Karoly, Greatest Bareback Rider of All Time [1965] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
King Carnival combined with Harry E. Handy's Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
King Chong, smallest man alive...Princess Wong, world's smallest woman n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
King Henry the Fourth - Part the Second 26 Jun 1821 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
King Henry VIII or, the fall of Cardinal Wolsey! 8 May 1837 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
King Richard III 9 Jun 1819 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
King's Theatre, Richmond. The Siege of Stralsund 26 Aug 1829 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Klein-Manda. Die jüngste Reiterin der Welt n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Kohl & Middleton's Vine Street Dime Museum...Big Hannah Battersby! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Kohl & Middleton's Vine Street Dime Museum...Dodretti the Human Derrick n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Krao - the Missing Link. The Half-Way Point in the Evolution of 'Man From Ape' n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Krao - the Missing Link. The Half-Way Point in the Evolution of 'Man From Ape'. One image in sepia. n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
"Krao" the "Missing Link" [Royal Aquarium, Westminster] [31 Mar 1887] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Krichel's weltberühmte Märchen und Riesen Revue n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Kunst-Borstellung n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Künstler Paulus Periemelus n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
La musique adoucit les Mours n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
La Raub and Scottie. Comedy Acrobats n.d. Illustration; Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
"Lady Little". The doll lady n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Lady Little. The doll lady n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Lady Slavey 1895 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Lady wrestlers, Coney Island n.d. Photograph National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
L'Africaine c.1875 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Lalloo, the double-bodied Hindu 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Lambeth Flower Show 19 Jul 1887 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Lambeth Gymnasium...Herr Holtum's Challenge n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Lambs Award Gambol, The Waldorf-Astoria, April 21 1956 n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
L'amour d'un clown 1899 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Land of Fun! (calendar) 1951 Photograph; Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The latest & Greatest Novelty - "Rhoda" n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The law relating to markets and fairs, and therein of auction-marts, sale-rooms, hawkers and pedlars 1898 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Le cirque et le music-hall / Illustré par G. Annenkoff 1931 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Le Dent, Juggler c.1900 Ephemera; Photograph National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Le General Tom Pouce. Sepia coloured drawing. n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Legless and armless wonders - Tripp and Bowen - prodigy bicycle experts. With Barnum and Bailey's Greatest Show on Earth n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Lenny Mason, Leicester Fat Boy n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Leonard, Semon and Sonia. Star midget artists n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Leonard, Semon and Sonia: the midget entertainers n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Leonard, Semon and Sonia: a super midget act that is different n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Les artistes gigantesque chez Barnum & Bailey. Souvenir de Barnum et Bailey. n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Les artistes gigantesques chez Barnum & Bailey 8 Apr 1902 Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Les Colibris - Troupe Royal de Liliput n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Les deux extrêmes, en grandeur et en petitesse n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Les jeux du cirque et la vie foraine; illustrations de Jules Garnier 1889 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Les Nains Bernais - les plus petits sportmen du monde entier. Mesurant 69 centimetres et pesant 9 kilos n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Les Phénomènes de Barnum & Bailey 8 Apr 1902 Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Les plus grands célèbres lutteurs turcs n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Les Rigolos de Barnum & Bailey n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Les Saltimbanques...Parades Des Foire n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Les spectacles de la Foire: théâtres, acteurs, sauteurs et danseurs de corde, monstres ... I 1877 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Les spectacles de la Foire: theatres, acteurs, sauteurs et danseurs de corde, monstres ... II 1878 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Liebes-Mänover n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Lieutenant L. Morgan's Water Show n.d. Poster The National Archives (UK)
Life and adventures of "Buffalo Bill," … 1927 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The life of P. T. Barnum 1855 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Life of P. T. Barnum / written by himself, including his golden rules for money-making; brought up to 1888 1889 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Life of a Showman n.d. Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Light come, light go: Gambling--gamesters--wagers ; the turf 1909 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Lilliput 12 Jun 1819 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Lilliputaner - Gesellschaft A. Scheuer jun., Hamburg n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Lilliputaner Truppe n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Lilliputian King. 16 years old - 28 inches high. Weighing 35 lbs n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Lion Roaring n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Lionel, l'uomo leone come ragazzo di 5 anni n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Lions and Tigers n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Lions and Tigers. Two Lions and two Tigers. n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Little Henrietta and Master Jean n.d. Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Little Lord Robert. Age 20 n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
"The little Russian Prince." The smallest man in the world n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Litt's Mammoth Museum and Theatres...week commencing Monday, Feb. 27 n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Livermore Bros Original Court Minstrels. Book of Words n.d. Sheet Music; Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Liverpool Empire Palace. 22 Programmes. From Monday, August 6th, 1900 to Monday, November 12th, 1906 1900-1906 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The lives of the conjurors 1881 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The living doll n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Living Giraffe [American Museum] [7 Nov 1855] Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Living Ourang Outans! c.1830-1840 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Living Phenomenon of the Feminine sex n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Living Skeleton, George Prise n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Lockhart's Marvellous Performing Elephants n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
London Anatomical Museum. Image of the Museum n.d. Illustration; Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
London Anatomical Museum...Florentine Venus n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
London Journal: And Weekly Record of Literature, Science, and Art 30 Oct 1847 Ephemera; Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Lord Byron's Manfred 2 Nov 1863 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Lord Byron's Manfred. Includes review from "The Times," October 13th, 1863. 2 Nov 1863 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Lord Chief Baron Nicholson...Poses Plastiques and Tableaux Vivans 1 May 1858 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Lord John Sanger and Sons, Limited, largest and grandest show in the world everything absolutely new & original for the new century!...Chichester, Monday, July 29th n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Lots of Fun! Industrious Fleas n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Luna Park, Johnstown, USA c.1900 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Lyceum Theatre. Professor Risley's Imperial Japanese Troupe n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Lyceum Theatre. Risley & van Gieson's Imperial Japanese Troupe n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
M Ducrow's Equestrian Scene of the Indian and Wild Horses n.d. Illustration; Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Macarte and Clarke's Magic Ring...Best Equestrian Establishment n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Machnow, the Russian giant. The tallest man on earth n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Madame Duval's splendid Tableaux Vivants c.1849 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Madame Sherwood, giant lady n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Madame Tussaud's Historical Gallery 1861 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Madame Warton's Original & Classic Exhibition. Grand Vocal & Instrumental Concert 14 Jan 1861 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mademoiselle Schauroth's Concert 2 Jul 1823 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Magazine Magic, Volume 1 n.d. Pamphlet Senate House Library, University of London
Magazine Magic, Volume 10 n.d. Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Magazine Magic, Volume 11 n.d. Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Magazine Magic, Volume 2 n.d. Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Magazine Magic, Volume 3 (a) n.d. Pamphlet Senate House Library, University of London
Magazine Magic, Volume 3 (b) n.d. Pamphlet Senate House Library, University of London
Magazine Magic, Volume 4 n.d. Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Magazine Magic, Volume 5 n.d. Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Magazine Magic, Volume 6 n.d. Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Magazine Magic, Volume 7 n.d. Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Magazine Magic, Volume 8 n.d. Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Magazine Magic, Volume 9 n.d. Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Maggie Claire - Greatest Aerial Artiste on Earth n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Magnanimity of the elephant displayed in the preservation of his keeper J. Martin, in the Bowery Menagerie in New York n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
A Magnificent Golden Temple n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Magnificent Living Giraffe n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Magnificent National Picture n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Magnificent Pageant in the Public Streets...The Enterprise of Two Hemispheres/P. T. Barnum's Great Roman Hippodrome n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Mah-Me, the Burmese Hairy Girl 1886 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Mah-Phoon, the Burmese Hairy Woman 1886 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Maj-Gen. Sir Henry Trotter n.d. Ephemera; Photograph National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Maj. S E Houghton. 20 years old - Height 31 inches - Weight 41 lbs n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Major and Mrs Mite and Baby n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Major Atom n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Manatee or West Indian Mermaid 1 Jun 1878 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Manley's Great Triple Alliance n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Map of Berlin] n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Marie Clifton n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mariedl, the Tyrolean giant n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Marina Palace of Varieties, Ramsgate 23 Aug 1897 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Marina, Ramsgate. The Rousillions Finnette Raymurs n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Marionettes in the making and manipulation n.d. Pamphlet Senate House Library, University of London
Market St Nottingham, during Goose Fair n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Marriott mono-troupe. Spectacular - sensational - novelty n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Martha Cockburn n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Marvelle. Rags, Champion Somersault Dog of the World 1890 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The marvellous Hoopers (with Sandow the strongest man on earth and one other item) 1902 Pamphlet Senate House Library, University of London
The marvellous Raynor trio n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Master Sleights with Billiard Balls 1914 Pamphlet Senate House Library, University of London
Mattie Lee Price, the magnetic wonder, lifts four people on a chair 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
McCollum's Circus on the Maidan, Calcutta 12 Feb 1864 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Meisterfahrer Alfred Schneider mit seinem phänomenalen Todessprung n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Memoirs of Joseph Grimaldi / edited by "Boz"; with illustrations by George Cruikshank. A new edition, with notes and additions, by Charles Whitehead 1853 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Merchant Of Venice 10 Jun 1819 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Merchant Of Venice 7 May 1835 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Messrs. Lloyd and Maynard's Select Quadrille Assemblies 1891 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Microscopical Exhibition n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Middlesex Music Hall. Pat O'Brien, the Great Irish Giant 6 Dec 1886 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The midget bridal party n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Midget Roman Gladiators n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Midgets at Home 1 Dec 1882 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Midgets Miniature Minuet n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Midland and North Eastern Railways. Whitsuntide Holidays. On Monday May 20th, 1861, a cheap excursion train will leave Hull, York, Howden, and other stations for London 1861 Poster National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Midland Railway. Pantomime performances at Leeds theatres. On Saturday, January 20th, 1872. A cheap excursion trains for Leeds 1872 Poster National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Midnight Banquet given by the management of the Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus to its staff and performing personnel - Hotel New Yorker, New York City, May 12, 1943 12 May 1943 Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Mighty Haag Shows [1935] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Mighty Haag's Railroad Shows n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Miles's Celebrated Glass Working n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Miles's Celebrated Glass Working Exhibition in miniature n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Miller family n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Miller's Mechanical & Beautiful Picturesque Representations n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
"Mind Revealing" c.1884 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Minor Theatre, Hull...Benefit of the Hull Mechanics' Institute 24 Oct 1827 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Mirth and Music. Topliff's Merry Night 13 Nov 1843 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Miss Alice Bounds, the Bear Lady n.d. Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Miss Ella's lions n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Miss Florence Bellmount (weighed 30 stone) 1883 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Miss Ivy, the moss-haired girl 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Miss Jennie Quigley. 22 years old; Height, 22 inches; Weight, 32 lbs n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Miss K. Shimakura, Japanese Magician 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Miss Lonny, Elastic Lady Acrobat n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Miss Lucy Moore. Heaviest Female in the World 1904 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Miss Minnie Bell's Entertainment 1 Dec 1882 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Miss Oguri: Kiba, the armless Japanese girl 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Miss Vesta Tilley n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Miss Zaeo, Trapeze Artist 1890 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Missourium Theristrocaulodon 1842 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mlle Nadj 1904 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Mlle Ravel dansant le Pas de Zephir sur la Corde... n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Mme Vaugham, Charmeuse de Pigeons n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Modelo Show n.d. Ephemera; Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Mons. Blondin's walk across the cataract n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Mons. Richies' Collection of performing birds n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Monstre Fete and Fancy Fair...will take place on the Old Cricket Ground, Lakenham, Norwich, on Monday, July 5, 1858 5 Jul 1858 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Montague Roby's famous midget minstrels n.d. Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Monte Carlo facts and fallacies 1904 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Moore & Burgess Minstrels. Image 1. 1894 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Moore & Burgess Minstrels. Image 2. 1894 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Moore & Burgess Minstrels. Image 3. 1894 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Moore & Burgess Minstrels. Image 4. 1894 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Moore & Burgess Minstrels. Image 5. 1895 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Moore and Beesen in a Big Novelty - The Balloonatics c.1890 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Morritt the Magician 1893 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Most Interesting to All. The Court of Lahore, containing 50 original portraits n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Moung-Phoset, the Burmese Hairy Man 1886 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Mr and Mrs Gargantua the Great 1941 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Mr Braham's Night 18 May 1826 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mr C. Kemble's Night 28 Apr 1830 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mr Chas Decker, 22 years old - Height 31 inches - Weight 45 lbs n.d. Postcard; Photograph National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mr Daniel Lambert. The Leicester and Stamford Prodigy. Weight 55 stones n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mr Day's Ancient Pictures and Casts c.1822 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mr F. M. Uffner's Latest collection of Living Curios 24 Feb 1883 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mr Frank Lincoln - in his Unique Imitations 15 Nov 1882 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mr Harry Phillips Living Mythological Mermaid 10 Feb 1886 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mr Huberti. The elastic modell. Original act. Assistert von Miss Tilly n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mr Hughes's Royal Mammoth Establishment n.d. Illustration; Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Mr Lloyd will open the Dioastrodoxon, grand transparent Orrery 14-17 Mar 1821 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mr Lough's Exhibition of Statues 1828 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mr Thom - The Self Taught Sculptor n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mr. Macready's Night 1 May 1837 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mrs A H Bates, Captain M V Bates n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Mrs Tom Thumb and child n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Ms Morzella and birds 1898 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Mudie's Packet of Curiosities c.1876 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Münstedt's - Les Colibris. Les 9 plus petites personnes du monde n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Musical Chessmen - Brilliant Novelty 3 Mar 1883 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Musical Phenomenon n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Musical Play 'Guy Mannering' 2 May 1817 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Musical Wonder Marie, infant pianiste and vocalist 1849 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Myers' Great American Circus and Hippodrome...Acrobats n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Myers' Great American Circus and Hippodrome...Elephants n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Myers' Great American Circus and Hippodrome...Horses n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Myers' Hippodrome n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
N. W. Kobelkoff et sa Famille. The American show and cinematographe n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
N. W. Kobelkoff et sa Famille. The American show and cinematographe n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
NANA! n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Napoleon Museum c.1845 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Napoleon Museum c.1844 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
National Theatre...Louise Wells c.1860 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Never Despair 1887 Poster The National Archives (UK)
New & Elegant Orchestra c.1820-1830 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
New Addition! Mme Tussaud's Exhibition...Full length portrait model of Muller n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
New Circus...Grand Displays in the Circle, and New Equestrian Representations 17-19 Jan [1839] Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
New Circus...will open for a short time, this evening and until further notice. Mr. Clarke n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
New Eidouranion or, Large Transparent Orrery 1822 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A new monomime entitled "M. et Mdme. Pierrot" 9 Apr 1894 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
New Olympic Circus...for the benefit of Master Hicken, Alias Jeremiah the Lean, or the Half Starved Tailor 16 Oct [1827] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
New Olympic Circus...for the benefit of Mumbo Jumbo and Mr. Pearl 1 Nov 1827 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
New Olympic Circus...Mr. Clarke's Extraordinary Act 17 Sep 1827 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
New Olympic Circus...Mr. Clarke's Extraordinary Act 19 Sep 1827 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
New Olympic Theatre - Lilliputian burlesque company, in 'A Trip to Midgettown' n.d. Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
New Royal Equestrian Circus...For the Benefit of Mr. Cooke, Manager n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
New Royal Equestrian Circus...Tuesday, 2nd July, being for the Benefit of Miss M.A. Cooke 2 Jul 1833 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
New South Wales - Castle of Andalusia 1840 Poster The National Archives (UK)
A New Way To Pay Old Debts 1 Dec 1828 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The New York Circus...The Best in the World! 1-6 Jun 1868 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The New York Circus...Brass & Reed Band...Golden Chariot! n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
New York Circus...Risley's Imperial Japanese Company! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Newcastle Fair c.1814 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Newly Discovered Animal, The Bonassus c.1821 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Newsome's Cirque Napoleon 11 Oct 1858 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Niagara in London n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Nickelson & Kush c.1900 Illustration; Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A Noble Lioness and her Three Fine Young Cubs c.1800-1829 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Norfolk giantess n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
North Woolwich Gardens. Grand Masquerade n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
North Woolwich Gardens. Sir Roger C.D. Tichborne Bart., the Claimant to the Tichborne Estates, will...Deliver an Address n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Nottingham Goose Fair. Carousels n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Nottingham Goose Fair. Carousels. Image 2. n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Now exhibiting the Fairy Queen n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Now Exhibiting Miss C. Heenan n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Now exhibiting opposite the railway arch Bermondsey Sreet [sic]. The performing group of animals equal to Van Hamburgh's 1841 Ephemera Senate House Library, University of London
Now exhibiting, for the first time in Manchester... a living giraffe, or camelopardalis, accompanied by its nubian attendant n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Now Exhibiting, Hodgson's inner room, the magnificent living Giraffe or camelopardalis, with its nubian attendant n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Now Exhibiting. The matchless and splendid painting of St John Preaching in the Wilderness c.1840-1850 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Now Exhibiting...an Immense French Giant 1 Apr 1822 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
O Yes! O Yes!! O Yes!!! c.1890-1900 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
O'Brian the Irish Giant n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Official programme of the Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth. Season 1898 1898 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Official Route Card n.d. Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Oh Susanah! 1898 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Old "Forty Niner" in '49 n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The old show men and the old London fairs 1874 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector's splendid Ancient Court Dresses n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Olympia National Agricultural Hall, Kensington. Programme [12 March, 1887] 'The Great Hippodrome of Paris' 1887 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Olympia...Bolossy Kiralfy's Great Spectacle "Constantinople" n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Olympic Arena. Great Novelty and Overflowing Houses 1835 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Olympic Arena. Great Novelty and Overflowing Houses...Spanish Bull Fight, And Gustavus' Masked Ball 1835 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
On the Rocks 1901 Poster The National Archives (UK)
On Shannon's Shore. The New and Original Irish Drama of Modern Times by Fred Cooke 1896 Poster The National Archives (UK)
On Shannon's Shore. The New Irish Drama in 4 Acts Illustrative of Life in Modern Ireland by Fred Cooke 1896 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Once a lad in Dr Barnardo's homes. Probably the tallest man in the world - 8ft. 2in n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Oneiromangie Artistique of Mdlle. Isa. Prudence n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Only Female Gymnast, Mille Turnour Queen of the Air. Now with C.W. Noyes. Great Crescent City Circus and Egyptian Caravan n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Only Lilliputian Opera Co...The Abduction c.1880-1900 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Only Lilliputian Opera Co...The Secret c.1880-1900 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Open House (Vaudeville) 1885 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Opera House...Buffalo Bill, Texas Jack, Wild Bill 1959 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Operetta House, Waterloo Place. Advent of the most Wonderful Violinist, Paganini Redevivus 6-18 Nov 1876 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Operetta House, Waterloo Place. Every evening at eight. Wieland's Crystal Palace Combination n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Original - Elton. Vielfach preiskrönter Bravour-Kraft u. konkurrentz-Reckturner n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Original Adam Forepaugh Shows...Zarah n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Original and Authentic Great Moving Diorama of the Holy Land 1852 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Orissa Twins c.1893 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
"Orrin Davenport Troupe" "The Reiffenbach Troupe" "The Riding Walters"...Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus, 1932 1932 Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Orton and Spooner Collection [Photographs and cabinet cards] 1870-1900 Photograph National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The other side of the circus 1926 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Ouvrez vos bras et votre coeur. Voici le vrai bien 'le bonheur' n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Owen's new book of fairs, published by the King's authority … 1792 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Owen's new book of fairs, published by the King's authority … 1802 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Owen's new book of fairs, published by the King's authority … 1783 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Owen's new book of fairs, published by the King's authority … 1808 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Owen's new book of fairs, to be held in England, Wales, Scotland & Ireland for the years 1859-60 / corrected to the present time [c.1858] Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Owen's new book of fairs: published by the King's authority, being a complete and authentic account of all the fairs in England and Wales 1813 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Owen's new book of roads; or, a description of the roads of Great-Britain … n.d. Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Oxford Theatre Programme 1893 Poster The National Archives (UK)
P. Harris' Mammoth Museums 3 Sep 1883 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The P. T. Barnum and London Shows...Baby Elephant [13 Mar 1882] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum as a Business Man n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum autographed picture 1844 Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum portrait n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum portrait n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum Showman and Humorist [Aug 1902] Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's and Co.'s 10 Biggest Shows on Earth n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Daily Programme. Coloured image n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Daily Programme. "New and Greatest Show on Earth" [1879] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Daily Programme. "Own and Only Greatest Show on Earth" 10 Apr 1880 Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Daily Show Programme. Copy 1 14 Apr 1877 Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Daily Show Programme. Copy 2 14 Apr 1877 Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Daily Show Programme. Copy 3 n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Great Roman Hippodrome [3 Apr 1882] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Great Roman Hippodrome...The Great Congress of Nations! Copy 1 [1874] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Great Roman Hippodrome...The Great Congress of Nations! Copy 2 [1874] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Great Roman Hippodrome...Grand International Walking Match n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Great Roman Hippodrome...Indian Life. Copy 1 n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Great Roman Hippodrome...Indian Life. Copy 2 n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Great Roman Hippodrome...Programme of Athletic Games [1874] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Great Show! [4 Nov 1878] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Great Show...Gilmore's Garden. Copy 1 [c.1879] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Great Show...Gilmore's Garden. Copy 2 [1879] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth combined with the Great London Circus [1888] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus, Sangers Royal British Menagerie and The Grand International Shows 9 May 1881 Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus.The Grand Combination Programme. Copy 10 [c.1881] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...The Grand Combination Programme. Copy 1 n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...The Grand Combination Programme. Copy 2 n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...The Grand Combination Programme. Copy 3 n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...The Grand Combination Programme. Copy 4 [20 Apr 1882] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...The Grand Combination Programme. Copy 5 [c.1881] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...The Grand Combination Programme. Copy 6 [1881] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...The Grand Combination Programme. Copy 7 [1882] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...The Grand Combination Programme. Copy 8 [c.1881] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...The Grand Combination Programme. Copy 9 [1882] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...Capitoline Grounds, Brooklyn [c.1881] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth, and Great London Circus...Fulton and Sumner Avenues [1882] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth...Great London Circus...Adam Forepaugh's. Copy 1 [Mar 1887] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth...Great London Circus...Adam Forepaugh's. Copy 2 [1887] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth...Great London Circus...Adam Forepaugh's. Copy 3 [1887] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth...Great London Circus...Adam Forepaugh's. Copy 4 [1887] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth...Millionaire Double Menageries. Copy 1 n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth...Millionaire Double Menageries. Copy 2 n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth...Millionaire Double Menageries. Copy 3 n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth...Millionaire Double Menageries. Copy 4 n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth...Olympia, London 20 Nov 1889 Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show on Earth...Real Roman Hippodrome n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P. T. Barnum's Illustrated News 8 Apr 1880 Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P.T Barnum's $200,000 Challenge n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P.T Barnum's Museum, Menagerie and World's Fair n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P.T Barnum's New and Greatest Show on Earth...Norwich, Wednesday, May 31st n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
P.T. Barnum, the world's showman: his life and career / by one of his interviewers [1889] Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Pablo Fanque Darby's Circus Royal, Victoria Gardens, Norwich...Arab & his Steed or the Pearl of the Euphrates 1849 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Pablo Fanque Darby's Circus Royal, Victoria Gardens, Norwich...Swiss Lovers! Or, Love in a Quandary 1849 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Pablo Fanques Circus Royal, Boar Lane, Leeds...Marco Sciarro! Or, the Brigand Queen of the Abbruzzi! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Palmerston Hall...The Brothers and Madame Nemo 29 Aug 1870 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Palmistry Scientist n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Palmyra Quadrille. Composed and dedicated to Madlle. Palmyre Anato n.d. Poster; Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
A parish on wheels 1897 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Parisian Infernal Machine c.1835 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Parlor Tableaux; or, Animated Pictures 1868 Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Partial Programme. Fragment 1 n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Partial Programme. Fragment 2 n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Partial Programme. Fragment 3 n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Partial programme...Genuine Hippodrome Races n.d. Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Particulars of the Capture of the Whale c.1846 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Passages in the life of a showman: Second series 1878 Pamphlet Senate House Library, University of London
Patent specification 432.050 - provisional specification, an amusement ride n.d. Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Paula's splendid collection of Alligators etc n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Pauvres Saltim Banques [1892] Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Pavilion of the Gigantic Whale 1831 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Pepper's Ghost, illusory entertainment 1893 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Performance de 70 chevaux chez Barnum & Bailey 8 Apr 1902 Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Performing Elephants. Barnum & Bailey's Circus 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Perry Albright, the human living skeleton 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
The Personality Midgets in Sparkling Versatility. Leonard, Semon, Sonia and Co n.d. Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Peter Crosthwaite, Formerly Naval Commander in India 2 Oct 1807 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Pezon son Lion Brutus...Les Plus Beaux Lions du Monde n.d. Illustration; Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Phenomenon of the Female Sex [1841] Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Phineas Taylor Barnum portrait n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Phoenix Circus. Pablo Fanque and his Celebrated Company of Equestrians and Trained Horses and Ponies! 1860 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Photograph of American fairground ride] n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Photograph of circus performance]. Image 1. n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Photograph of circus performance]. Image 2. n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Photograph of circus performer] n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Photograph of circus performers]. Image 1. n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Photograph of circus performers]. Image 2. n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Photograph of Circus Troupe] n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Photograph of clown] n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Photograph of hippopotamus] n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Photograph of Leonard, Semon and Sonia] n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
[Photograph of Miss Ella and one of her lions] n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Pictures, by Murillo n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Pikes Performing Seals 1887 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Pioneers of the American Circus n.d. Pamphlet Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Plaza De Toros De Linares [bullfight] 28 Aug 1947 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
A poetical description of Bartholomew fair /by one under a hood 1837 Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Pomona Gardens 1848 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A popular history of Nottingham Goose Fair, and "The Goose Fair Garland." Compiled by "Bon-Bon" [1904] Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Popular Patter for Prestidigitateurs. Part 1 n.d. Pamphlet Senate House Library, University of London
Popular Science Monthly: Wonders of Science Harnessed for Circus Thrills 1923 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
[Postcard of Tom Thumb and his wife] n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Poster fragment n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
[Poster showing lions and tigers] n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Poster, Poole's Myrioramic Realizations 1895 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Presenting the most startling discovery of the celebrated giraffe-neck women from Burma. Positively presented in main performances of big show n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Price & North's British & American Equestrian Company n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Price and North's Great British and American Equestrian Company 6-7 Nov 1843 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Princess Gumma n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Princess Nouma-Hawa, with Buffalo Bill's Wild West. Season 1903-1904 1903-1904 Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Princess Victoria, the miniature Madam Melba n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Prof. E. Bonnetty n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Prof. E. K. Crocker's Perfectly Educated Horses c.1887 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Prof. Hamblett Expert Character Reader 5 Feb 1908 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Prof. Wallace n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Professor Kitchingman's Performing Fleas c.1869 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Professor Risley's Imperial Japanese Troupe at the Lyceum Theatre n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Professor Teel's Grand Moral Entertainment! Art Show! n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Professor Wronker & his performing fleas n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Programme for Variety & Dancing n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Programme Hippodrome [1850] Programme Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Programme of Grand Gymnastic Display and Assault-at-Arms 30 May 1893 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Programme of the Lilliputian Opera Company...Jack the Giant Killer c.1880-1890 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Programme of Maddle. Duval's Tableaux Vivants 1849 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Programme to Poet Close & His Son's Entertainment n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Programme, Journal of the Drama, Music, Literature, Art &c... Nixon & Co.'s Mammoth Circus! 6 Oct 1859 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The promenade n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The public life of W. F. Wallett, the Queen's jester ... 1870 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Quasimodo: or the Gypsy Girl of Notre Dame 2 Feb [c.1830-1840] Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
"Queen Mary" accepting bouquet from "Anita" (30 years old, 26 inches high) - July 20th 1912 1912 Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A Queen of England n.d. Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Queen's Menagerie, Wombwell's Royal No. 1 n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Queen's Menagerie, Wombwell's Royal No. 1...go and see those marvellous wonders of creation, the musical elephants! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
R. Roberts's Collection of Transparent Paintings n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Raiserlicher Circus zu St. Petersburg n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ranzetta & Lyman. Pantomimic Comedy Acrobatic Act n.d. Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Realm. A Magazine of Marvels n.d. Periodical National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Recollections of an equestrian manager 1881 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Red Horse Ranch Rodeo n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Red Horse Ranch Rodeo...Bronco n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Red Horse Ranch Rodeo...Cowgirl n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Red Horse Ranch Rodeo...Hurley Stadium n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Red Horse Ranch Rodeo...Lasso n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Reeds [Advertisement promoting husband and wife act] c.1920 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Reimers's Anatomical & Ethnological Museum n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Renewed Debate Tom & Jerry 10 Dec 1822 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Representations of the several Surprizing Performances of the Famous Polander, as they are Perform'd every Evening at Sadler's Wells n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Revival of Pepper's Ghost at Christmas Nov-Dec 1889 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Reynolds new exhibition n.d. Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Richardson's Show 13 Jul 1889 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circo. ¡En Mexico! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus Madison Square Garden 1934 1934 Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus Madison Square Garden 1935 1935 Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Combined Circus 1937 1937 Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Combined Circus. Manchester, N.H - June 22 1929 22 Jun 1929 Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey [1945] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circo 1954 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circo…¡En Mexico! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circus...The Greatest Show on Earth. Image 1. [1972] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circus...The Greatest Show on Earth. Image 2. n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circus...Clown n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circus...Clown and Menagerie n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circus...Clown. Image 2. n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circus...Clowns n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circus...Rhino n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circus...Rieffenach Sisters n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circus...See you at The Greatest Show on Earth n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circus...Tiger n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Circus...The Circus Kings of All Time n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Circus...The World Renowned Antalek Troupe n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Circus...150 Amazingly Clever Clowns n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Circus...5 Big Herds of Performing Elephants n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Circus...Col Tim McCoy n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Circus...Con Colleano n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Circus...Dorothy Herbert n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Circus...Dorothy Herbert. Image 2. n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Circus...Giraffe-Neck Women from Burma n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Circus...India n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Circus...India Pageant n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Circus...Prairie Bill n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Circus...Rudy Rudynoff n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Shows n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Shows...Giraffes n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Shows...Seals n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Combined Shows...Terrell Jacobs n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey...100 Clowns n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey...50 Famous Elephants [1942] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey...Acrobats n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey...Big Double Menagerie n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey...Clown [1945] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey...Elephant [1945] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey...Francis Brunn n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey...Hartford n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey...Hippos [1945] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey...Incredible Unus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey...Sarasota n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey...Seasons Greetings 1946 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey...Ubangi Savages n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey...World's Biggest Menagerie n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros Barnum & Bailey The Greatest Show on Earth...A Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros Barnum & Bailey...Holiday Greetings n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros World's Greatest Shows. Solomon and Queen of Sheba. Supurb spectacle. 1914 Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros. World's Greatest Shows n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros. World's Greatest Shows. Copy 2. n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros...Cinderella n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros...In Days of Old [1918] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Bros...Kings of the Circus World [1905] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Combined Shows. Copy 1. n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Combined Shows. Copy 2. n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Combined Shows...Miss Dorothy Herbert, World's Most Daring Horsewoman n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey...Auditorio Nacional n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey...World Toured Circus n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Rob Roy, the albino & dislocationist 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Robert Gilbert and his marvellous troupe of dogs & cats 1900 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Robinson & Lake's Circus and Menagerie 1860 n.d. Photograph; Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Robinson Crusoe 1901 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Robinson Crusoe. Gorgeous Pantomime 1886 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Rogues & vagabonds of the racecourse … [1872] Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Romeo and Juliet 7 May 1838 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Rose of Persia 1900 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Rose of Persia. Savoy Theatre 1900 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Round the World n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Rowe and Athol Posturers 1885 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Royal Adelaide Gallery, Lowther Arcade, Strand. Evening Concerts. General Tom Thumb n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Agricultural Hall Islington. Carl Hagenbeck's Ceylonese Exhibition n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Agricultural Hall Islington. Zoological Exhibition and Grand Christmas Fete...Wombwell's Menagerie! Image 1 n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Agricultural Hall Islington. Zoological Exhibition and Grand Christmas Fete...Wombwell's Menagerie! Image 2 n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Agricultural Hall World's Fair 1886 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Royal Amphitheatre and Circus Holborn. The scenes in the arena unparalleled and matchless. The stud of fifty horses the finest ever witnessed n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Royal Amphitheatre, High Holborn. Programme n.d. Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Royal Amphitheatre, High Holborn. Programme. Copy 2 n.d. Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Royal Amphitheatre, Liverpool...Benefit of Mr Ord 23 Jan 1837 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Amphitheatre. Re-engagement of Mr Ducrow 20-22 Feb 1837 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Royal Aquarium & Summer & Winter Garden Society Programme 18-19 May 1891 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Royal Aquarium and Summer & Winter Garden Society Ltd. Wednesday, June 2nd 1880. Programme and complete arrangements for this day 1880 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Royal Aquarium and Summer and Winter Garden Society Limited 7 Feb 1891 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Royal Aquarium Programme 2 May 1881 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Royal Aquarium Theatre. Dramatic Matinees [programme] n.d. Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Royal Aquarium. Great Holiday programme n.d. Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Royal Aquarium...G.A Farini's Leopard Boy! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Aquarium...Giant Christmas Tree 1887 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Aquarium/Humpty Dumpty/Toole's "The Butler" n.d. Illustration; Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Arena, Hull. Grand night...for the Benefit of Mr Ducrow 17 Dec 1835 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Arena. For the Benefit of Miss Woolford 22 Dec 1835 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Arena. Juvenile Fete! 23 Dec 1835 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Arena. Juvenile Fete! Copy 2 24 Dec 1835 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Arena...Benefit of the Wives and Families of the Distressed Seamen Now Blockaded in the Ice 14-15 Dec 1835 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Royal Baths, No. 23, New Bond Street n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Royal Circus Rotunda, Blackfriars Bridge. Last week of Monsieur and Miss Hengler n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Royal Clarence Vase c.1830 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Royal Colosseum Theatre 1840 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Royal Exhibition, Needle Painted Work of Art c.1850-1860 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Royal Grand National Menagerie c.1830-1840 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Royal London and Paris Olympia...200 Horses c.1886 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Lyceum Theatre. Have you seen the Imperial Japanese Troupe and Little All-Right? n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Lyceum Theatre. Imperial Japanese Company 13 Apr 1868 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Lyceum Theatre. Imperial Japanese Company. Copy 2 n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Mechanical and Optical Museum 21-25 Apr 1823 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Royal Olympic Arena...a Grand Spectacle for the benefit of the Hull & Sculcoates Dispensary n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Polytechnic Curried Prawns 1879 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Royal Polytechnic Institution [illustration] n.d. Illustration National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Royal Theatre, Holborn, programme (variety) 1893 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Royal Victoria Hall and Coffee Tavern...Prof. Whatman's International Marionettes n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Royal Wax Work c.1800-1820 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A Runaway Girl n.d. Poster The National Archives (UK)
Russian Circus Poster n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Russian Circus Poster. Image 2 [1963-1964] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Russian giant Machnow at the London Hippodrome. At breakfast n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Russian Horn Band - An evening Concert 28 May 1831 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Ryan's Circus. For the Benefit of Williams, the Clown 7 Nov 1834 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Sacrifice of the Virgins c.1824 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Sadler's Wells Theatre, Islington. Great Attractions, commencing Easter Monday...Broekman's Great Monkey Theatre, and miniature circus 2 Apr 1877 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Saloon and Grounds Harrogate...Great Dragon Troupe of Japanese n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
San Toy 1900 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Sanders' and Taylor's Exhibition of Living Wonders 1880-1890 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Sandy, The Waterloo-Man c.1819-1828 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Sanger's Circus Elephants, Bognor Regis 1886 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Sanger's Circus Performers, Bognor Regis 1886 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Sanger's Circus Royal, Edinburgh...Extraordinary Announcement...For the Benefit of Henry Brown! 30 Nov [1860] Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sanger's Grand Circus c.1880 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Sanger's Grand Circus...Performing Elephant 19 Oct 1874 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sanger's Grand Hippodrome & Circus programme n.d. Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Sanger's Grand National Amphitheatre c.1888-1891 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Sanger's Grand National Circus, Hippodrome and Menagerie 16 Oct 1873 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sanger's Great Hippodrome! And Circus of Brilliance!! n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sanger's monstre fete & gala! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sanger's Procession at Bognor (camels and elephants in the sea) n.d. Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Sanger's Procession at Bognor. Photograph 1 n.d. Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Sanger's Procession at Bognor. Photograph 2 1884 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Sanger's Procession at Bognor. Photograph 3 n.d. Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Sanger's Procession at Bognor. Photograph 4 n.d. Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Sanger's Royal Circus c.1898 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Sanger's Zoological Hippodrome, and Mammoth Circus...will perform in Tipton, Friday, August 11th n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sarasota High School Sailor Circus 17 Mar 1955 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Savage Club Amateur Performance. The Wreck Ashore 19 Jun 1861 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Schaefer's Liliput Revue n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Scheuer's Lilliputaner Theater, Hamburg 13 n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
School for Scandal 24 Apr 1834 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The School Mistress by Pinero 1887 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Scott's Great Lilliputian Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Scott's Royal Cinematograph. Church Street, Northumberland 11 Feb 1910 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Scrapbook collection - Doris's Museum, New York Museum, London Museum 1878-1880 Illustration; Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Scrapbook Collection...Equestrian 1842-[1888] Poster; Photograph; Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
A second edition of the memoirs of the celebrated dwarf, Joseph Boruwlaski, a Polish gentleman … 1792 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The secrets of the cinema. Your favourite amusement from within 1920 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
See the great Water Carnival at George Sanger's Amphitheatre n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
See the great Water Carnival at George Sanger's Amphitheatre. Copy 2 n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Seils-Sterling 4 Ring Circus...Thressa Morales n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells and Gray 3 Ring Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells and Gray Circus...Big 3 Ring Show n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells Brothers' Enormous United Shows. Elephant Races n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells Brothers' Enormous United Shows. Ladies Flat Race n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells Brothers' Enormous United Shows...The Extravagance of Rome in Nero's Day n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells Brothers' Enormous United Shows...The Extravagance of Rome in Nero's Day n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells Brothers' Enormous United Shows...A few of the vast multitude of features that crowd our mighty canvasses n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells Brothers' Enormous United Shows...The Graceful Stirk Family n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells Brothers' Enormous United Shows...An Imposing Scene in the Grand Spectacular Pageant n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells Brothers' Enormous United Shows...Camel Races n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells Brothers' Enormous United Shows...important recent accession. A flock of ostriches n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells Brothers' Enormous United Shows...Polly Lee the undisputed and unquestionable leading premiere equestrienne of the world n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells Brothers' Enormous United Shows...Prof. Woodward's marvelous and only school of huge performing sea lions and wise Alaska seals n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells Brothers' Enormous United Shows...Rare Zoological Marvels n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells Brothers' Enormous United Shows...Thrilling and Hazardous Trials of Speed by Brave and Daring Equestrians n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells Brothers in mighty union with S.H Barrett's enormous shows World's Fair. A Bun Yip or Devil Horse n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells Brothers...sole proprietors founders and managers in person of the only show that bears their name n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells-Floto Circus...The Loyal Repenskis n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells-Floto Circus...Chariots n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells-Floto Circus...Clown n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells-Floto Circus...Elephants n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells-Floto Circus...Lion n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells-Floto Circus...Pallen's Bears n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells-Floto Circus...Rose Millette n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells-Floto Circus...Seals n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sells-Floto Circus...Tiger n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sergeant Bell, and his raree-show 1839 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The series of grand day exhibitions are still continued at Tournaire's French Circus, formerly Ducrow's Arena 10 Feb 1849 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Serio Comic Opera 'The Freebooters!' 24 Oct 1836 Playbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Set of cards with colour illustrations featuring different circus acts c.1900-1999 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Seventy years a showman: my life and adventures in camp and caravan the world over [1908] Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Shadows of a Great City 1887 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Shadows on the Blind 1899 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Shamrock & The Rose. Image 1 1895 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Shamrock & The Rose. Image 2 1895 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Sharples' Museum c.1848 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Short Sketch of the Wonderful Dwarf & Fairy n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Short's Observatory c.1855 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The show folks! / to which is added, a biographical sketch of the life of Mr. Theodore Lane.... by Pierce Egan; embellished with nine characteristic designs on wood, by the late Mr. Theodore Lane 1831 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A Show of Solid Grandeur and Merit n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Showmen's Guild. High Holborn, London 25 Aug 1916 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Shrine Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Shrine Circus...World's Best Circus Talent n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Siamese Youths - United Brothers c.1829-1830 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Side show and animal tricks 1913 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Side Show Tricks exposed 1919 Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Siebold's Kleinzelmännchen n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Sig. Dodoretti, the man with teeth of steel n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Signor Bertolotto's Industrious Fleas n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Signor Bertolotto's Original Exhibition of the Educated Fleas [1876] Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Signor Farima begs to announce the arrival of his two celebrated Learned Dogs, Fido and Bianco c.1831 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Silbons quartet n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Sincerely, the doll family. Daisy, Grace, Tiny, Harry n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A singularly interesting Exhibition...is now open at the Royal London Bazaar n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Sins of the Fathers n.d. Poster The National Archives (UK)
Sir John Dinely, Baronet 1 Apr 1814 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A sketch of the life of Thomas Ord, the equestrian 1902 Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Sketch of the life, personal appearance, character and manners of Charles S. Stratton, the man in miniature, known as General Tom Thumb … 1851 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Sketch of the life, personal appearance, character and manners of...General Tom Thumb 1871 Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Sketch of...General Tom Thumb 1867 Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Slapstick and dumbbell: a casual survey of clowns and clowning 1924 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Slave Girl. Miss Isabel Bateman 1894 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Smallest and Most Perfect Horse in the World n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Smallest Man and Woman in the World 1817 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Smith & Lavine, Singers and Dancers c.1900 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Sol Stone, the lightning calculator 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
The Soldier's Daughter - comedy in 3 acts 31 Dec 1838 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Solicitor 1894 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Some of Barnum's freaks n.d. Ephemera; Photograph National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Sousa and his Band [Photograph of Atlantic City, 29 July 1928] 29 Jul 1928 Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sousa and his band, Willow Grove Park - 1920 1920 Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sousa and the Masonic Members of his Band, Season 1921-1922 [1921-1922] Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sousa Band Fraternal Society, 14th Anniversary Dinner Dance, November 3 1957 3 Nov 1957 Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sousa Band Members Listings n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sousa's 101st March The Gallant Seventh, New York Hippodrome, November 5 1922 n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sousa's Band n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sousa's Band n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sousa's Band, Denver Auditorium, December 3 1921 n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Sousa's Band, Independence, Kansas, 9/11 1929 1929 Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Souvenir Cut Outs given to children at Barnum's Circus n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Souvenir de Mlle. Térésina n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Souvenir de Royaume de Lilliput, Paris. Smaun Sing Hpoo n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Souvenir du jeune couple le plus petit n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Souvenir du royaume de Lilliput - Paris n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Souvenir du Royaume de Lilliput Paris. Mr Gerson, directeur avec ses plus petits Lilliputiens n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Souvenir du Royaume de Lilliput Paris. Mr Ludwig n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Souvenir of Abomah, the tallest lady in the world n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Souvenir of the Russian dwarfs. Aron Nikolay, aged 65. Ivan Nikolay, aged 25. n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Spanish Exhibition n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Spark's 3 Ring Circus 3 Apr 1922 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Spark's Circus 23 May 1923 Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Spaulding's...Swiss Bell Ringers and Ladies' Cornet Band n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Speaking of Elephants and the Circus Under Canvas n.d. Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Spellbound 1895 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Spink & Spink, comedy gymnastic act 1895 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Splendid & Matchless Court Costume n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Splendid Equipage of General Tom Thumb n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Splendid Exhibition. Mr ' Painted Window of the Tournament of the Field of the Cloth of Gold n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Splendid Mechanical Museum of Moving Figures 1838 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Splendid Paintings by the Ancient Masters 1832 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Spoils of the Ocean. Deane's Royal Submarine Exhibition c.1835 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The sports and pastimes of the people of England … 1830 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
St George's Gallery, Hyde Park Corner, Piccadilly. Exhibition of Zulu Kafirs n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
St James's Hall, Piccadilly, Commodore Nutt and Miss Minnie Warren n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
St James's Hall, Piccadilly. Wonderful Combination!...Gen. Tom Thumb and his beautiful little wife! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Stage reminiscences: being recollections, chiefly personal, of celebrated theatrical & musical performers during the last forty years / by an old stager 1866 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Stelling Trio 1895 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Steven's Bros. America's Greatest Novelty Comedy Acrobat c.1910 Illustration; Photograph; Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Steven's Troupe - Blue. Acrobats and Equilibrists c.1910 Illustration; Photograph; Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Steven's Troupe - Green. Acrobats and Equilibrists c.1910 Illustration; Photograph; Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Stillwell's Handkerchief Manipulation Act c.1902 Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Stokes on Memory! n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Stonette's Life in Hull...The Battle of Waterloo n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Story of the Wild West and camp-fire chats … 1888 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Strand-ed Actor; or Russell's Recollections 9 Dec 1836 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Street Tumblers 1890 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Strolling Acrobats. Extra supplement to the Illustrated London News, Oct. 6th 1883 6 Oct 1883 Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Struggles and triumphs; or, forty years' recollections of P. T. Barnum 1873 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Stupendous Hog n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Suite des différents exercices d'équitation des sieurs Franconi. Image 1 n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Suite des différents exercices d'équitation des sieurs Franconi. Image 2 n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Suite des différents exercices d'équitation des sieurs Franconi. Image 3 n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Surprising Giant!! Monsieur Louis! c.1838 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Surprising Little Man from the Isle of Ely n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The surprizing Equilibres on the slack Wire, by Mr Lort an Englishman … n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Tableau - Miss Andre as Grace Darling 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
"A Talented Troupe" n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Tam O' Shanter, Souter Johnny, the Landlord & Landlady c.1831 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Telephone Girl with Miss Ada Blanche 1899 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Texas Jack 1887 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
That exquisite little automaton artist. Called the Corinthian Maid n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Theatre Royal, and Ducrow's Arena n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Theatre Royal, and Ducrow's Olympic Arena 6 Dec 1834 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Theatre Royal, Covent Garden. Hengler's Grand Circus Company 1888 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. Cirque National de Paris 23 Feb 1849 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. Cirque National de Paris 1 Feb 1849 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. Cirque National de Paris 3 Jan 1849 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. Saturday, July 18th, 1857. Grand Equestrian Performances under the direction of Miss Ella 18 Jul 1857 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Theatre Royal, Drury Lane...Equestrian Performances [c.1857] Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Theatre Royal, Drury Lane...Equestrian Performances 3 Jun 1857 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Theatre Royal, Drury Lane...Grand Equestrian Performances 3 Jul 1857 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Theatre Royal, Lyceum. To Persons about to Marry! 24 May 1847 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Theatre Royal, Newcastle. The Band of the 37th Regt n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Theatre Royal, Sadler's Wells...Great Master of the Equestrian Arts, Mr Ducrow n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Theatre Royal. For the Benefit of Ztirf - Royal Menagerie! n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Theatre wagon n.d. Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Theatre. Herr Cline [1841] Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Thiodon's Art Museum 7 Mar 1860 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
This Model of Lincoln Cathedral c.1850-1860 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Thomas A Edison Ltd. Edison Kinescope and Motion Picture Films c.1914 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Three Clowns n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Three Clowns with Dynamite n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Three Fry Brothers, and their Guatemalan Miramba [Marimba?] 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Three musketeers - of the guard n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Tiger Bill's Wild West n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
To be seen, a most Wonderful and Extraordinary Living Curiosity n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
To the Curious. Egyptian mummy (entirely unwrapped, as far as decency will permit) 13 Mar 1823 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
To Mothers, Wives and Daughters!!! The Bloomer costume to be seen every evening n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
TO-NIGHT...Mr Walter Graham, the Living Marionette c.1905 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Tom Jack der Eis-König n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Tom Masters' theatrical reasons for wishing to have a good house, at his benefit on Tuesday next, the 15th Nov. 1803 15 Nov 1803 Ephemera Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Tom Mix Circus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Tom Mix Circus...The World Wonder Show n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Tom Mix Circus...The World Wonder Show. Tom Mix and Tony (In Person) n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Tom Mix Circus...Clown n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Tom Mix Circus...Don Silver - King of the Bounding Wire n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Tom Mix Circus...Elephant n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Tom Mix Circus...Idol of Millions n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Tom Mix Circus...Tom Mix and Tony n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Tom Mix Circus...Tom's inseparable pals Tony and Queen n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Tom Thumb n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Tom Thumb Surpassed!...The Siamese Twins...Ching, the Shamrock, and Whang, the Thistle n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Tom Thumb, wife and child n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Tom Thumb. The oldest midget in the world. The world's wonder n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Tomasso, the Hungarian Pincushion 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Tommy Dodd 1899 Poster The National Archives (UK)
A Ton of Thrills The Like of Which You've Never Seen Before! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Tower Blackpool - grand programme Wednesday and Saturday, July 25th and 28th 1900 1900 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Tower Blackpool. Aquatic & Variety Circus. Programme n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Tower Palace Grand Combined Programme [August, 1922] 1922 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Town Hall, Buckingham...Tannaker's Great Dragon Japanese Troupe n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Traveling with a circus: a history of Hunting's New Railroad Shows. Season of 1891. To which is added the showman's directory and guide 1891 Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Truppe Alexandrowa n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Türkisches Cavallerie-Manoever n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Twelve days in the Tombs, or, A sketch of the last eight years of the reformed gambler's life 1850 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Twin brothers, Tony and Willie Lowande, boy wonders n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Two Exhibitions in One...Full Grown Norway Horse...the Largest Sultan Dog n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Typorama. Isle of Wight 1838 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Un des groupes d'Éléphants de Barnum & Bailey en file indienne 8 Apr 1902 Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Un groupe de Femmes-Artistes n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
United Order of Comical Fellows Friendly Society...New Branch Lodge 22 Mar 1880 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Unprecedented Attraction. And Magnificent Equestrian Fete! Copy 1 n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Unprecedented Attraction. And Magnificent Equestrian Fete! Copy 2 n.d. Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Unrivalled Waxwork Figures 1 Apr 1895 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Untamable Lion 'Wallace' 1893 Poster The National Archives (UK)
V.R Newsome's Circus. Extracts from the Press n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Valetta & Lamson c.1900 Ephemera; Photograph National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Van Amburgh & Co's Mammoth Menagerie, Great Moral Exhibition and Egyptian Caravan 18 Nov 1863 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Vance's Varieties c.1870-1880 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Vane & DeClairville. Sensational Ariel Novelty c.1900 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Vanola, the Mexican Wonder c.1890 Illustration; Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Vauxhall Companion [Jun 1835] Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Venice Preserved 18 Dec 1815 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Ventriloquial Verbosity n.d. Pamphlet Senate House Library, University of London
Venus Attiring! 1847 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Venus rising from the sea c.1846 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Victoria and Marie England 1897 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Victoria Hall, Harrogate...Marionettes and Mechanical Figures n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Visit of the Royal Family to Wombwell's No. 1 Menagerie 25 Oct 1869 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Vivien Leslie n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
A Vocal and Instumental Concert 22 Nov 1838 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Voice & Instrumental Concert Feb 1858 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Vue à vol d'oiseau de la Cité des Tentes de Barnum & Bailey 8 Apr 1902 Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Vue intèrieure de la Tente-Hippodrome de Barnum & Bailey 7 Dec 1902 Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The W. C. Coup New United Monster Shows!...The Flying Lulu n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
W. F. Cody - Buffalo Bill n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
W. G. Sylvester, Entertainment Agent 1900 Poster The National Archives (UK)
W. S. Woodin's Olio of Oddities n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Wade Cochran, the child mental wonder 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Waino and Plutanor. Aged about 50 years. Weigh 45 pounds each n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Walk up! walk up! and see the fools paradise with the many wonderful adventures there as seen in the strange surprising peep show of Professor Wolley Cobble 1871 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Walker & Burrell [Stationery for American musical comedy duo] c.1900-1910 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Walthers weltberühmte Zwergtruppe n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Washer Bros c.1900-1910 Ephemera; Photograph National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The way to live: health & physical fitness 1908 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Westwood family, from Foxton, New Zealand n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The Whip 1912 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Wild Man of the Prairies or "What is it"? 1846 Pamphlet National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Will appear and perform in this town. Tannaker's Great Troupe of Japanese Males and Females. Positively the only visit of this Troupe (who lately created such a great sensation at the Crystal Palace London) n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
William 'Buffalo Bill' Cody's Wild West Show Posters - Col W. F. Cody 1903 Poster The National Archives (UK)
William 'Buffalo Bill' Cody's Wild West Show Posters - The last of the Great Scouts 1903 Poster The National Archives (UK)
William 'Buffalo Bill' Cody's Wild West Show Posters - Real Redskins 1903 Poster The National Archives (UK)
William Edison, and musical instruments 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
William F. Cody - Buffalo Bill n.d. Photograph Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Winter Gardens Programme, Blackpool 1903 Programme National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Winter Garten...Luftsensation 3 Codonas Jan 1929 Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
With the compliments of Tom Jacobsen n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
With Miss Ada Russell's compliments n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
With P. T. Barnum's traveling World's Fair. Admiral Dot. Sixteen years old; twenty five inches high. Weighs only nineteen pounds n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The witty and entertaining exploits of George Buchanan, commonly called the King's Fool [1840] Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Wombwell's Grand and Matchless Zoological Establishment, the largest now travelling, which contains one of the most noble assemblages of Lions!!! n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Wombwell's Menagerie, Crystal Palace 1897 Poster The National Archives (UK)
Wombwell's Royal Menagerie will Exhibit at the corner of Kennington Rd. & Lambeth Rd... For two weeks only n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Wombwell's Royal Windsor Castle Menagerie 1890 Poster The National Archives (UK)
The Wonder of the Sea! The Gymnetrus Northumbricus, or Sea-serpent 1840-1850 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Wonderful Mechanism. The Exeter Clock c.1825 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Wonderland, Whitechapel Road. Image 1 6 Apr 1836 Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Wonderland, Whitechapel Road. Image 2 [1896] Playbill Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Wonders will never cease!! The English Giant c.1819-1820 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Works in Sculpture by Mr Laurence MacDonald n.d. Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
The World Famous Founders of Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Combined Shows n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
World's Fair Agricultural Hall, London...Bostock and Wombwell's Splendid Menagerie n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
World's Fair Royal Agricultural Hall, Islington...to be seen free Grand Circus at intervals daily n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
World's Fair!! Christmas and New Year's Carnival 22 Dec 1883 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
World's Fair, Royal Agricultural Hall Islington...Blondin n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
World's Smallest Baby Hippopotamus n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Worth's Palace Museum...Week of March 11 n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Wulff's Circus, at the Crystal Palace n.d. Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
X-rays on roulette systems: the solution of the problem 'How to beat the bank at Monte Carlo' 1912 Printed Book Senate House Library, University of London
Ye guide to the olde Englishe fayre 1882 Printed Book National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Yes, he is here, who? Herr Doddretti. Where? At the Musee n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Yes, we are coming! Who? Galatea the wonderful! The Mysterious! The Illusion which puzzles the world. Which has puzzled thousands of people for the last six weeks at the World's Museum, Boston n.d. Poster Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
Young Buffalo n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Young Herman, the expansionist 1899 Photograph The National Archives (UK)
Yours truly, Joseph Graston n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Zascha, das russische Colossal-Mädchen n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Zazel Valses, by Charles Dubois n.d. Poster; Illustration Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas, Austin
The Zeynard's Liliput-Speciality Troupe n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Zeynard's Marvellous Midget Circus. TINY TOWN - the big show n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Zingarella [Advertisement for a female acrobat] c.1900-1999 Ephemera National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Zoological Gardens, Belle Vue, Hyde Road, Manchester. Copy 1 c.1848 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Zoological Gardens, Belle Vue, Hyde Road, Manchester. Copy 2 1848 Handbill National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Zum Andenken an den Antonis, der kleinste Termsellkünstler der Welt n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield
Zur Erinnerung an die Scheuer'sche Liliputaner-Truppe n.d. Photograph; Postcard National Fairground Archive, University of Sheffield