{"product_id":"mills-bros-circus-1962-photo-ringmaster-backstage-candid-3-x-4-5","title":"Mills Bros Circus 1962 Photo Ringmaster Backstage Candid 3 x 4.5","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"335\"\u003eThis photograph dates to 1962 and shows a Mills Bros Circus ringmaster standing beside circus equipment during a backstage moment on the circus grounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"742\"\u003eMills Bros Circus toured extensively across the United States during the mid-twentieth century as a traditional tent circus, presenting a mix of animal acts, novelty performers, and classic ringmaster-led productions. The ringmaster served as the central presenter of the show, guiding the audience through the program while introducing performers and coordinating the flow of acts within the circus ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003eThe image features the ringmaster dressed in formal presentation attire including a top hat, bow tie, and a tailored jacket with decorative lapels and buttons. A boutonniere pinned to his lapel adds to the ceremonial costume associated with circus presentation roles. Behind him stands a circus vehicle and equipment typical of the traveling show infrastructure, placing the scene within the working environment of the circus lot during the touring season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003eThe item shown in the listing is the exact item the collector will receive. We have tens of thousands of items to choose from. Shipping will always be combined (or refunded) to save you as much money as possible. Please contact us with any questions, or visit our store page for specifics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Everything Ephemera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52913973199032,"sku":"20260305e","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/8740\/6008\/files\/57_38e4e767-60ea-4f6e-bd7a-f6f672a8f335.jpg?v=1772779464","url":"https:\/\/everythingephemera.com\/products\/mills-bros-circus-1962-photo-ringmaster-backstage-candid-3-x-4-5","provider":"Everything Ephemera","version":"1.0","type":"link"}