Feature Points
- VINTAGE PRINT REPRODUCTION: Historic reproduction of 1900 Barnum & Bailey Circus Poster - Performing Geese Roosters Musical Donkey. Printed on archival-grade paper that resists fading and discoloration for over 100 years. Perfect for home, office, or gallery display.
- PREMIUM GALLERY PAPER: Heavyweight fine art paper with non-reflective matte finish eliminates glare while delivering museum-grade appearance and lasting durability.
- PROFESSIONALLY RESTORED: Each image is digitally restored by our art specialists to remove age-related deterioration while preserving authentic historical details and character.
- BORDERLESS DESIGN: Artwork prints edge-to-edge for a seamless, gallery-ready appearance. Ships protected in rigid tube packaging to prevent damage and ensure perfect condition upon arrival.
- MADE IN USA: Our multi-step restoration process and quality control ensure each print meets professional standards. Every reproduction is individually inspected before shipping.
Additional Information
Created around 1900, this Barnum & Bailey poster by the Strobridge Lithographing Company of Cincinnati and New York illustrates one of the circus's most whimsical attractions. Colorful clowns interact with trained geese, roosters, and a musical donkey in a scene of choreographed animal comedy.
The turn of the twentieth century witnessed an explosion of novelty animal acts within American circuses. Trainers developed increasingly creative routines featuring domestic animals, capitalizing on audiences' fascination with creatures performing seemingly impossible tasks. These acts broadened the circus's appeal beyond death-defying acrobatics to encompass lighthearted family entertainment.
Barnum & Bailey's promotional campaigns during this period were among the most sophisticated advertising efforts in America. Each individual act received its own dedicated poster, creating a vast visual catalog that transformed circus advertising into an art form, with Strobridge producing hundreds of distinctive designs annually for the show.
This charming poster serves as a delightful reminder of an era when trained animal performances captivated audiences of all ages. Its vibrant depiction of clowns and their feathered and four-legged partners creates an enduring connection to America's beloved circus tradition, making it an extraordinary addition to any collection.
