Not on display

Handbill

1830 (printed)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Handbill for the Athenaeum Saloon advertising the first performances there on 24 November 1830, including Ramo Samee, the celebrated Indian Juggler.

Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Printing ink on paper
Brief description
Handbill advertising the opening of the Athenaeum Saloon of Science, Music and the Arts, 24 November 1830, with a Grand Morning Concert. Describing the facilities at the saloon and the engagement of the mimic Mr. Goldsmid and the celebrated Indian juggler Ramo Samee. Letterpress, printed by W. Smith, King Street, Seven Dials.
Physical description
Handbill for the Athenaeum Saloon advertising the first performances there on 24 November, including Ramo Samee, the celebrated Indian Juggler. Dated by hand 1830.
Dimensions
  • Height: 33.8cm
  • Width: 41.5cm
Summary
Handbill for the Athenaeum Saloon advertising the first performances there on 24 November 1830, including Ramo Samee, the celebrated Indian Juggler.
Collection
Accession number
S.1218-2011

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Record createdDecember 28, 2011
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