Thrills and Chills: Unique Circus Poster Maquettes (1925 - 40): Gallery Two
The American circus, which had its golden age in the late nineteenth through the mid-twentieth century, was known for all things bold and daring. From acrobats to clowns, tightrope walkers to jugglers to musicians, the circus had something in it for everyone. A notable identifier of the American circus’ golden age lies in its promotional materials, with the sensational illustrations and bold typeface of their classic poster designs. Thrills and Chills, features a dynamic grouping of these one-of-a-kind maquettes, made by anonymous illustrators between 1925 and 1940, which put on full view the unique blending of advertisement and the deep artistic potential within the world of classic circus posters.
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