Characters, from Jack and the Giant Killer, Plate 5 for a Toy Theater 1870 - 1890

This hand-colored lithograph, "Characters, from Jack and the Giant Killer, Plate 5 for a Toy Theater" by Benjamin Pollock, depicts characters from the classic English fairy tale "Jack and the Giant Killer." Created between 1870-1890, the piece features various characters from the story, including Jack himself, Gaffer Strongback, a clown, Bathawl Hobbinel (the Duke's Esquire), and haymakers. Each figure is vividly portrayed in a theatrical style, making them ideal for use as cut-outs in a toy theater. The brightly colored figures, with their distinctive costumes, are a testament to Pollock's artistry and the enduring popularity of this enduring English folktale.