A large original 1943 color poster for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus (1919-2017), produced in a vivid color palette that evokes the classical big top era of the 1940s. Central image of Felix Adler (1895-1960), 20th Century American circus performer and entertainer known as "The King of Clowns," who performed for Ringling Bros. for 20 years; his image was used on at least two Golden Age Ringling Bros. posters. Large blocvk letters to top announcing RINGLING BROS AND BARNUM & BAILEY CIRCUS with additinal print to bottom COPYRIGHT 1943 RINGLING BROS AND CARNUM & BAILEY COMBINED SHOWS INC. Presented in a decorative matte and black frame with magenta painted wooden trim. Good overall condition. Measures 41 in. x 26 1/2 in. (sight), 52 in. x 38 in. (framed). Hill Auction Gallery will not ship. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.