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TATE, Homer (American, 1884-1975). Devil’s Child Sideshow Exhibit. Mixed media creature creation with authentic animal hooves, claws, and fangs. Height 21”. Companion piece to lot 478. Nicknamed the “King of Gaffes” for his roadside and sideshow attractions designed to fool and amuse the public, Homer Tate’s creations were usually made with mud, paper, and bones and then passed off as mummies, shrunken heads, and mermaids.