Circus, No. 3
1925
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1925
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This black-and-white print shows two circus performers. One stands in the background, holding a tall pole with a glowing light at the top. The other, in the foreground, wears a dotted costume and a headpiece, striking a pose with one arm raised. The background has a simple stage setup with a curtain and a few scattered stars. The title, *Circus, No. 3*, is signed in the corner, hinting this is part of a series. The stark contrast between light and dark shapes the figures sharply. Look up Augustus Peck (American, 1906–1975) to see more of his bold, graphic style.
