Britains' Painted Lead Circus Ringmaster! fun book clearly made with a lot

clearly made with a lot of love

which I think add rather than detract from the charm of the piece

This guy may just be my new very favorite thing

making it all feel rather cozy

but is also lovely just for display

Britains' Painted Lead Circus Ringmaster! fun book clearly made with a lotI 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