Characters, from 'Jack the Giant Killer', Plate 2 for a Toy Theater 1870 - 1890

This hand-colored lithograph, "Characters, from 'Jack the Giant Killer', Plate 2 for a Toy Theater", is part of a set of characters designed by Benjamin Pollock for a toy theater. The print features eight characters from the classic fairy tale, including the titular Jack, the Giant, and a series of "demons." The characters are displayed in colorful, detailed costumes, making them perfect for use in a toy theater performance. This print is a fascinating example of the Victorian era's fascination with traditional fairy tales, as well as the popularity of toy theaters in the home.