Shot on 8mm film in 1948, this vintage footage captures the lively backstage atmosphere of the Ringling Brothers circus in Sarasota, Florida. A clown in a purple and green checkered costume walks through the crowd, while another clown in white makeup and oversized shoes performs on stilts. Children in pink tutus and a man in a suit stand near a large tent, with circus wagons and equipment visible in the background. The scene is filled with the energy and joy of a classic American circus, showcasing authentic period costumes and the bustling activity behind the big top.
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