Britains' Painted Lead Circus Ringmaster! fun book I have not been able

I have not been able to determine much of anything about its origins

perhaps forced by a parent nearby who has informed the artist of their child's acting aspirations

This guy may just be my new very favorite thing

) Of the three I have

but is also lovely just for display

Britains' Painted Lead Circus Ringmaster! fun book I have not been ableI am completely taken with this little ringmaster (look at those pink cheeks!), whose right arm moves up and down to raise or lower his crop. Part of the English company Britains' "Mammoth Circus" set, he once would have commanded a whole fleet go animals and performers (prancing horses, stiltwalkers, balancing ballerinas, etc), but I think I like him best just on his own, perhaps to keep nearby for one needs a little motivation to get going! I