Original CDV by Bogardus. Approximately 4″ x 2.5″. Very good antique condition overall.. The bottom-right tip is a little bumped, hard to see the details in my scan.
Two original cabinet card photos by. The backs were produced blank, but written in pencil. On the back of the boy’s photo is. Age 27 Height 39 in, Weight 45. 3 feet, 3 inches tall and 45 lbs! The back of the girl’s photo has no writing. It was hard to get a good scan… They are a bit overexposed. But all details are visible and are otherwise in very good. 6.5″ x 4.25″ each. Sideshow freak barnum circus 1800s antique vintage.
Rare Antique Circus Performers Photo?? Step into the captivating world of the circus with this rare antique photograph from the 1800s, featuring performers believed to be from the iconic Barnum & Bailey Circus! ? Size: Approximately 3 3/4″ x 5 3/4″, this vintage photograph captures the mesmerizing allure of circus performers in their prime. Condition: Please review all pictures carefully to assess the condition of this historic photograph. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the circus with this rare antique photograph, believed to be from the legendary Barnum & Bailey era. Whether you’re a collector of vintage memorabilia or simply drawn to the magic of the circus, this photo is sure to be a prized addition to your collection! Thank you for considering our item, and please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have.
Rare original cabinet card of the Chinese Giant Chang-Yu-Sing, by Bogardus, New York. Overall the cabinet card is in very good antique condition, though there is a pretty light crinkle in the bottom right corner of the mount that barely shows through to the back. Signed by Chang on the back. Dimensions: 6.5″ x 4.25″. Sideshow freak barnum circus 1800s antique vintage.
John Foster’s Great Barnum & London Circus Clown Songster Booklet Antique 1880s. Approximate dimensions as photographed. Antique: This is an antique item that shows wear commensurate with age as photographed. See photos for detailed condition. Item comes from a smoke free, pet free environment.
Original CDV of Professor Magner’s educted horses, Blind Billy, Tommy, Turco, and Gifford, with info on the back. CDV is about 4″ x 2.5″ and in very good antique condition overall.
From original 1900 photo album and not shown to public until now: ORIGINAL ALBUM 1900’s Antique Barnum Bailey Circus: THE MAGNIFICENT EGYPT TABLEAU WAGON PHOTOGRAPH RARE. A knowledgeable specialist pointed this out. This is the Barnum & Bailey Egypt Tableau wagon, built for the tour of 1903. It is well documented and very familiar to circus historians. It may have been on Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey 1919 and 1920, then was retired from service. One part of it survives today.