Circus Parade Folk Art Bamboo Parasol. American, early twentieth century. Bamboo frame with wooden end cap and staff. Paper canopy panels hand-painted with various symbols including an American flag, a Rising Sun flag, a blue star, and a purple human silhouette. Reputedly carried by performers of the pre-war era during street parades commencing the arrival of the circus in town. 39? diam. Fragile panels with a few holes, scattered chipping, but structurally sound, opening and closing smoothly. Good.