The Ricky Jay Collection
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[HOTTENTOT VENUS (Sarah Bartman, c. 1789 – 1815)] Williams, Charles [?]. The Three Graces. London: Fores, Nov. 13, 1810. Hand-colored etching, being a satirical depiction of three “extraordinary exhibits,” then popular in London: Miss Risdale the midget in a yellow dress, Sartjee the “Hottentot Venus” at the center, and Miss Hervey the “albiness” in a black silk gown. 10 x 13 ¾”. Faint dampstain at upper right. BM Satires, No. 11602.
 [HOTTENTOT VENUS (Sarah Bartman, c. 1789 – 1815)] Williams,...
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