Posters of the Circus And Performers: Volume I (Vintage Posters) Hardcover – January 1, 2026

This is volume one of a three-volume series. With over 614 beautiful posters, this book is sure to appeal to circus enthusiasts as well as poster aficionados. This book provides a brief history of the lithograph and the early periods of the circus. The posters within this book will provide the reader with a comprehensive set of posters from the major circuses from 1880 through 2016. The early days of the circus in the United States and throughout Europe were one in which the world was rapidly changing. The circus posters during this period reflect the changing dynamics of society, technology, and performance art. During this period, some of the best artists were designing posters to capture the public’s attention and to promote their circus. With many of the images, there is a brief summary about the circus, its owners, and some of the top circus performers of the day. The reader will find this book to be informative with an incredible collection of beautiful circus photos. Read more