The Ricky Jay Collection
Sat, Feb 25, 2023 12:00PM EST
Lot 362
WELLS. Extraordinary Night!! Benefit of Mr. Wells, Clown. L...
Estimate: $500 - $1,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $30 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
WELLS. Extraordinary Night!! Benefit of Mr. Wells, Clown. Lambeth: J.W. Peel, 1831. Letterpress playbill for a multi-act bill at Cooke?s Circus, featuring a wide array of acts including a wide range of equestrian feats by Cooke, ?performances on the elevated corde volante? by Mr. Williams, a fireworks show, and headed by a performance by Mr. Wells the acrobatic clown. Wood-engraved image of Wells with a banner stretched between his hands stating, ?I hope I don?t Intrude.? 29 ? x 6 ??. A few chips and old folds at top of bill, including one small loss, else very good; laid down. See the title page of Jay?s Journal of Anomalies.
