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Bramwell Taylor, John, c1912 - 2003

 Person

Biography

John Bramwell Taylor was a Yorkshireman who migrated to the South East of England during the 1930s. John Bramwell Taylor spent his working life as a porter at the Travellers’ Club in London and spent all his free time and money collecting printed ephemera.

Very well known to dealers and collectors of ephemera John had a deep and abiding knowledge of early printing history. He collected in all areas and the material that is now in the National Fairground Archive is only one small aspect of his Collection.

John Bramwell Taylor died in Notting Hill London in 2003 and his large and extensive Collection was split on his death.

Found in 370 Collections and/or Records:

The Industrious Fleas Handbill, c1833

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.52
Scope and Contents

The Industrious Fleas at 209 Regent Street. Various flea shows including 'The flea Hercules' & 'The Flea duel'. Illustrated. Printed by G. Scace, 62 Tottenham Court Road.

Dates: c1833

The Latest and Greatest Novelty Rhoda Handbill, 1881

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.126
Scope and Contents

The Latest and Greatest Novelty, Rhoda at Royal Aquarium, Westminster. "Rhoda - The Herodian Mystery". "The living head of a young lady suspended in space between the lecturer and the audience. Speaks, Sings, Answers questions etc etc". Printed by Aubert’s Steam Printing Works, 11 Maiden Lane, Strand.

Dates: 1881

The Lord Chief Baron Nicholson Handbill, 1 May 1858

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.112
Scope and Contents

Poses Plastiques and Tableaux Vivans, The Judge and Jury Society at Cider Cellars. "The sittings of the Judge & Jury society - During which the 'great social evil' which is now agitating and exciting the attention of society is ably discussed and determined by public opinion". Printed by J.W. Peel’s Steam Machine, 74 New Cut, Lambeth.

Dates: 1 May 1858

The Manatee or West Indian Mermaid Handbill, 1 - 30 June 1878

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.127
Scope and Contents

The Manatee or West Indian Mermaid at Royal Aquarium. Second specimen only which has ever been brought to Europe. Printed by G. Phipps, 13 and 14, Tothill Street, Westminster.

Dates: 1 - 30 June 1878

The Most Extraordinary Exhibition in the World Handbill, 1856

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.14
Scope and Contents

A Selection of Life Size Mechanical Figures, taken from the Grand Paris Exposition at the Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly. From the Grand Paris Exposition, Figures inc 'A goat, A little girl, a large ape, a ram, a large Hare, a talking baby, Jocko - comical monkey musician whose grimaces are extraordinary!' among others.

Dates: 1856

The Musical Phenomenon Handbill, c1880 - 1899

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.71
Scope and Contents

Mr Richmond at 97b Quadrant. Mr Richmond giving 2 popular airs in the exact style of a snuff box”. Newspaper cutting of Diorama at Regent’s Park, and the colosseum at Regent’s park.Printed by S.G. Fairbrother, Exeter Court, Strand.

Dates: c1880 - 1899

The Musical Wonder Marie Handbill, 1849

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.13
Scope and Contents

The Musical Wonder Marie at the Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly. Infant pianist, vocalist, dramatic & comic. Six years old. Performing in her 'Elegant Boudoir'. Printed by Gunn, Hand Court, Holborn, 2pp.

Dates: 1849

The Napoleon Museum Handbill, c1844

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.8
Scope and Contents

The Napoleon Museum at the Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly. 'Grandest & most superb Historical Exhibition in Europe' History of Europe from Charles 1st, Oliver Cromwell, Louis XIV, to the death of the Emperor in 1821. Printed by R.Fenny, 26 St. John Street, Clerkenwell.

Dates: c1844

The Napoleon Museum Handbill, c1845

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.20
Scope and Contents

The Napoleon Museum at the Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly. 'For a short time only, previous to its being removed by present proprietor to his residence abroad. The Napoleon Museum contains Marbles, Pictures, Bronzes, Drawings, Gold Orders, Miniatures, and many interesting Relics & Curiosities never before exhibited'. Printed by Albion Press, T. Frost, 45 Marshall Street, Golden Square.

Dates: c1845

The Only Liliputian Opera Co. Handbill, c1880 - 1889

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 2: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.237
Scope and Contents

Features illustration of Gens S’Armes Duet and full performance programme. On reverse information about the company. “The Largest and Smallest Ladies and Gentlemen Living in the amusing operetta of Jack the Giant Killer”, 2pp.

Dates: c1880 - 1889

The Only Liliputian Opera Co. Handbill, c1880 - 1889

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 2: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.238
Scope and Contents

Features illustration of The Secret and detailed press opinions. Paper advertising Opera Company with reviews on reverse, 2pp.

Dates: c1880 - 1889

The Only Liliputian Opera Co. Handbill, c1880 - 1889

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 2: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.239
Scope and Contents

Illustration of The Abduction and detailed press opinions. Information about Opera Company with reviews on verso, 2pp.

Dates: c1880 - 1889

The Orissa Twins Handbill, 1893

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.119
Scope and Contents

The Orissa Twins at Royal Aquarium. Siamese twins born on the 19th Sept 1889 in the province of Orissa in India. Photograph. Printed by H. and F. Millard, 5 Broadway, Westminster.

Dates: 1893

The Royal American Midgets Handbill, 1882

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 3: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.326
Scope and Contents

General Mite and Millie Edwards at Piccadilly Hall. Mr. E. F. Flynn, father of General Mite will appear and Lecture at every reception. Illustrated, 2pp. Printed by Steam Printing Works, 11 Maiden Lane, Strand.

Dates: 1882

The Royal Aquarium, and Summer and Winter Garden Society Programme, 7 February 1891

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 3: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.313
Scope and Contents

Royal Aquarium, London. Illustrated, 4pp. Printed by Phipps and Connor, 13 and 14 Tothill Street, Westminster.

Dates: 7 February 1891

The Royal Aquarium, and Summer and Winter Garden Society Programme, 18 - 19 May 1891

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.122
Scope and Contents

Royal Aquarium. Illustrated. Programme of forthcoming events - among others for Whit Monday & Tuesday "Beckwiths great swimming entertainment" and "Ybsha , Great Aerial Act". Printed by Phipps and Connor, 13 and 14 Tothill Street, Westminster, 4pp.

Dates: 18 - 19 May 1891

The Royal Baths Handbill, c1840 - 1849

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.80
Scope and Contents

The Royal Baths at 22 New Bond Street. Refurbished public baths. Printed by Willerson and Co., Blossom Street, Norton Folgate.

Dates: c1840 - 1849

The Royal Clarence Vase Handbill, c1831

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.145
Scope and Contents

Royal Clarence Vase at Queen's Bazaar. Exhibition in the Canopy room at the Queen's Bazaar. "Vase weighs 8 tons, height 14ft, diameter 12ft". Printed by Nichols and Sons, Earl’s Court, Cranbourn Street, Soho.

Dates: c1831

The Royal Exhibition Handbill, c1850 - 1859

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 2: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.228
Scope and Contents

Needle painted work of art, by J. Monro of 16 New Sneddon Street, Paisley. “Astonishing work of art made up of between 4000 and 5000 pieces of the finest coloured cloths. Representing Human Figures in all their beauty and splendour.” Blank form for venue details to be added.

Dates: c1850 - 1859

The Royal George Handbill, October 1834

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.47
Scope and Contents

The Royal George, Deane’s Royal Submarine Exhibition at Cosmorama Rooms. Series of oil paintings illustrating Mr Deane's peculiar machinery used for the investigation of the wreck of the Royal George at the depth of 70 to 80 ft. Printed by L. Harrison, 17 Oxford Street.

Dates: October 1834

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Archival Object 369
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Acrobats 4
Aerialists 5
Amusement rides 4
Animals 56
Archaeology 9