This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/17/2024
[TATTOO]. HOWARD, Frank and Annie. Pitchbooks for Annie and Frank Howard, the Tattooed Couple. [London]: E. Arnold, Printer, ca. 1890. Pair of folded sheets sold by the Howards after their performances. Upper wrappers bear portraits showing the extent of their tattoos. Verso of Frank Howard leaflet includes the manuscript note at the bottom reading, “Electric Tattooing machines for sale.” Disbound, brittle, and in fair to poor condition with Annie Howard booklet in pieces. Sold as-is. RARE.
The Howards toured with Barnum & Bailey show and became perhaps the most famous tattooed couple in the world. After retiring from circus life, the Howards settled in Boston where Frank established a successful tattoo shop.