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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 17 Collections and/or Records:

Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp Handbill, 1892

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 2: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.279
Scope and Contents

Programme of Mr. Terrence Ramsdale's burlesque extravaganza at Theatre Royal, Richmond. Written and invented by Terence Ramsdale, 4pp.

Dates: 1892

Dramatic Matinees Handbill, c1870 - 1879

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.124
Scope and Contents

The play, Man of the World at Royal Aquarium. Lists future arrangements including Zazel, Mr Phelps, Matthews' Minstrels and the Grand Chrysanthemum Show. Illustrated cover. Printed by Aubert’s Steam Printing Works, 11 Maiden Lane, Strand, 4pp.

Dates: c1870 - 1879

Egyptian Hall Handbills, c1821 - 1883

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

Handbills for travelling shows, exhibitions and performances at the Egyptian Hall in Piccadilly, London.

Dates: c1821 - 1883

Exhibition and Entertainments Handbills, c1790 - 1939

 Sub-Series — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 2: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.236-342
Scope and Contents

Handbills for travelling shows, fairs, exhibitions and performances at a wide range of venues.

Dates: c1790 - 1939

Frank Lincoln Handbill, c1882

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.10
Scope and Contents

The American Humourist and Entertainer at the Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly. 'Unique musical and imitative sketches, which form a new departure in amusements' Programme features newspaper reviews, 4pp.

Dates: c1882

Handbills, c1786 - 1968

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

Handbills for travelling shows, fairs, exhibitions and performances in London.

Dates: c1786 - 1968

Handbills for Venues Outside London, 1789 - c1929

 Sub-Series — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 2: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.208-235
Scope and Contents

Handbills for travelling shows, fairs, exhibitions and performances at venues outside London.

Dates: 1789 - c1929

Harp Lounge and Theatre of Varieties Handbill, 16 August 1880

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 2: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.224
Scope and Contents

Charles Williams - Extempore, Miss Ethel Victor - Serio Comic, Miss Bertie Stokes - Serio and Ballad Comic, Chas Murray - Vocal Comedian, Albert and Frederica, Burlesque Duologue Artistes, Lizzie Watson - American Variety Hall Artiste and Harry Braham at Sands, Ramsgate, folded. Includes information about the artistes only appearing at the Harp and not other establishments, despite bills stating otherwise. Printed by J. Mardon, High Street, Ramsgate.

Dates: 16 August 1880

John Bramwell Taylor Collection

 Fonds
Reference code: NFA0086
Scope and Contents The collection consists of handbills, programmes and small flyers for shows, fairs, expositions and circus performances in the nineteenth century. The circus material in the Bramwell Taylor Collection was sponsored by the Circus Friends Association of Great Britain and consists of material relating to 19th century touring circuses, individual acts and purpose built hippodromes such as Hengler’s Circus and Astley’s Amphitheatre. Additionally this collection also contains a small amount of...
Dates: c1786 - 2003

Marina Palace of Varieties Handbill, 23 August 1897

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 2: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.223
Scope and Contents

Lydia Dreams - Ventriloquist and Artist in Black and White, Steve Cooke - Comedian, Minnie Fortescue - Comedienne and Burlesque Artiste, Professor Duprez - Magician, Miss Daisy Clements - Soubrette, Miss Nellie Tabrar - Singer, and Fred Pollard at Ramsgate. Also Farcical sketch, ‘Charley’s Uncle’ and Louis Duprez and his Hypnotised dogs. Printed by W. Jennings, Thanet Advertiser, Ramsgate.

Dates: 23 August 1897

Mr Frank Lincoln Handbill, 15 November 1882

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.19
Scope and Contents

Frank Lincoln in his Unique Imitations, assisted by Paganini the greatest violinist in the world and other popular artistes. Redivivus at the Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly. Printed by Aubert's Steam Printing Works, 11 Maiden Lane, Strand.

Dates: 15 November 1882

Richardson's Show Handbill, 1889

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.164
Scope and Contents

The Gipsy's Vengeance at Royal Agricultural Hall. A list of acts from which a variety will perform at each show.

Dates: 1889

Royal Agricultural Hall Islington Handbills, c1860 - 1889

 Sub-Series — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.163-167
Scope and Contents

Handbills for travelling shows, exhibitions and performances at Royal Agricultural Hall, Islington.

Dates: c1860 - 1889

Royal Aquarium, Westminster, and Pall Mall Handbills, c1800 - 1899

 Sub-Series — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.117-135
Scope and Contents

Handbills for travelling shows, exhibitions and performances at Royal Aquarium, Westminster and Pall Mall.

Dates: c1800 - 1899

The Vauxhall Companion Handbill, 1 June 1835

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.185
Scope and Contents

List and Full Description of the Different Amusements at Royal Gardens Vauxhall. Variety of Acts including, The Hunters of the Syrian Mountains and Groupes Comiques a Quatre by the Four Brothers. Printed by Knight, 17 Gibson Street, Lambeth, 2pp.

Dates: 1 June 1835

TO-NIGHT Handbill, c1905

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 2: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.222
Scope and Contents

“Special engagement of Mr Walter Graham, The Living Marionette”. Mr Walter Graham, Gilbert’s wonderful performing dogs and cats, Miss Byam Yates, Feis and Crociano the famous Minstrels and The Walturdaw Animated Pictures at Pier Pavilion, Clackton-on-Sea. Printed by A Quick and Co. Ltd., Clacton and Walton.

Dates: c1905

Vance's Varieties Handbill, c1870 - 1879

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 1: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.18
Scope and Contents

Rose Blossom's Cousin by W.M Axhurst, and New Comic Extravaganzas by Frank W. Green at the Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly. 'Vance in a new and brilliant repertoire'. 'Grand fashionable illuminated morning performances', 2pp.

Dates: c1870 - 1879

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