This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/26/2021
Scrapbook of Circus and Sideshow RPPCs, Tintypes, and Snapshots. American, ca. 1900s/10s. Over 80 photographs altogether, in a contemporary cloth scrapbook (oblong 8vo [6 ¾ x 7 ¼”]). Includes RPPCs of cowboys and Wild West stars including Rose and Montana Meechy; RPPCs and photographs of sideshow performers (Baroness Sidonia, bearded lady; Mlle. Gabrielle, “living half lady”; little people; Krao Farini, “the Missing Link”; man with wild, Circassian type hair; three-legged man; and others). Several images annotated “Ringling Bros.” and dated 1914. Balance of the scrapbook consisting of tintypes and snapshots heavily concentrated on equestrians, rodeo, and cowboy performers, with some others depicting a high-wire performer, animals, and other show people. Last image a view within a circus venue with performers on a stage. A few pieces signed, with inscriptions to “Carl.” Images postcard size and smaller.