{"product_id":"wallis-harney-circus","title":"Wallis \u0026 Harney Circus","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis double-sided advertising herald for the Wallis \u0026amp; Harney Circus captures the spirit of mid-century American traveling entertainment at its most authentic. Unlike the grand railroad shows, this modest 'mud show' circus traveled by truck to small towns across America, bringing wonder to communities far from major cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe front panel showcases the circus's star attractions: Maya, billed as the 'World's Smallest Performing Elephant,' alongside the colorful promise of 'Funny Clowns!' and 'Liberty and Specialty Mules.' The reverse celebrates Bob Hofmeister as 'Trainer of the Unusual In Animal Acts,' featuring the 'World's Best Trained Llama.' Oval portraits of the presumed proprietors preside over both sides, lending a personal, family-business quality to the enterprise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrinted in classic red and black on cream stock, this piece exemplifies the practical yet eye-catching advertising that preceded the circus's arrival in town. The blank venue space at bottom reminds us these were working documents, posted on telephone poles and storefronts to drum up excitement for the two daily shows. A genuine artifact of American popular entertainment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45106126553203,"sku":"P8094","price":74.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_117eb903-ebf3-4336-a893-376dae60b10f.jpg?v=1781567415","url":"https:\/\/www.authenticvintageposters.com\/en-nl\/products\/wallis-harney-circus","provider":"Authentic Vintage Posters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}