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c.1865 Circus Sideshow Freak Samuel M Bishop Mammoth

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c.1865 Circus Sideshow Freak Samuel M Bishop Mammoth

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Description

Description: Circa 1865 CDV (carte-de-visite) Photograph; Occupational photo of circus sideshow performer.
Markings: Printed identification on mount, "Sam'l M. Bishop, Mammoth Fat Baby, 4 years old; weighs 220 lbs."
Published: by E. & H. T. Anthony.

Condition: trimmed upper corners, light surface soiling, occasional dings, scuffs, edge bumps and foxing spots.

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c.1865 Circus Sideshow Freak Samuel M Bishop Mammoth

Name: c.1865 Circus Sideshow Freak Samuel M Bishop Mammoth
SKU: 45620502
Price: 58 USD
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