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24. The Lanchester Grand Circus – Circus Band Trombonist marionette

Artist / Maker: Jack Whitehead / Waldo Lanchester
Object Details:

The Trombonist is one of the five members of the circus band added later to the Lanchester Circus. His head was carved by Jack Whitehead in the distinctive Germanic style for which he became well known, with the body and costume created by the Lanchester’s.

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